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Slow Cooker Sauerkraut and Kielbasa with wooden mixing spoon
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Slow Cooker Sauerkraut and Kielbasa

Slow Cooker Sauerkraut and Kielbasa
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 15 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: German
Keyword: crock pot sauerkraut and kielbasa recipe
Servings: 8
Author: Sandy Clifton

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 (32 oz) jar Sauerkraut draining & rinsing is optional (don't drain if you like it tart)
  • 2 lbs Kielbasa Smoked Sausage* cut in 1 ½" rounds
  • 1 large Apple, chopped
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion diced
  • 1 Tablespoon Caraway Seeds
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • ½ cup Apple Cider or Apple Juice (not vinegar)
  • 1 cup Water or beer (omit if NOT draining jar of sauerkraut)
  • 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar (or to taste)

Instructions

  • Add the sauerkraut, kielbasa, apple, onion, caraway seeds, and garlic to the slow cooker crock. Stir.
  • In a separate container mix together the apple cider, water, and brown sugar. Pour over the sauerkraut mixture.
  • Cook on High for 4 hours, or Low for 6-7 hours.

Notes

*You can add other ingredients like bacon, pierogis, cubed potato, etc.

Nutrition

Calories: 452kcal
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