Best 7 Bohemian Sauerkraut Casserole Recipes

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**Discover a Symphony of Flavors with Bohemian Sauerkraut Casserole: A Culinary Journey to Eastern Europe**

Embark on a delightful culinary adventure with the Bohemian sauerkraut casserole, a hearty and flavorful dish that embodies the rich traditions of Eastern European cuisine. This savory casserole features tangy sauerkraut, tender chunks of pork, and a medley of aromatic vegetables, all enveloped in a creamy and flavorful sauce. As you savor each bite, you'll be transported to the heart of Bohemia, where this beloved dish has been enjoyed for generations.

Our collection of recipes offers a diverse range of interpretations, ensuring that there's something to suit every palate. From the classic Bohemian sauerkraut casserole, brimming with traditional ingredients and authentic flavors, to creative variations that incorporate unique twists and modern touches, our recipes provide a culinary adventure that will satisfy both traditionalists and adventurous foodies alike.

Prepare to be captivated by the tangy-sweet symphony of sauerkraut and tender pork, complemented by the earthy notes of mushrooms and the subtle sweetness of apples. Each recipe offers a unique blend of spices and herbs, creating a harmonious balance of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on a culinary journey to Eastern Europe with our Bohemian sauerkraut casserole recipes. Experience the warmth and comfort of this traditional dish, and create lasting memories around the dinner table with family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BOHEMIAN SAUERKRAUT



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This recipe goes way back. My grandmother made her sauerkraut this way, and she probably learned it from her grandmother! Actually, this method of preparation is considered German in origin, but since grandmother was Bohemian by birth, we always called it Bohemian Sauerkraut. It was always a featured side-dish at our Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners, and served with dumplings and/or pork at other times of the year. The flavor of this sauerkraut is entirely different from plain boiled kraut.

Provided by Lorraine of AZ

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (28 ounce) can sauerkraut
1/2-1 teaspoon caraway seed (we use more)
1/2-1 teaspoon juniper berries, lightly crushed (optional)
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons rendered pork fat
1 large onion, chopped (can use a medium onion)
black pepper
1 cup water
1/2-1 cup dry white wine (you may substitute pineapple juice, beer, or beef bouillon ( but we never do)

Steps:

  • Rinse sauerkraut in warm water and drain well. (Not rinsing the kraut yields a more sour end product which is the way we like it.)
  • Place in a heavy saucepan with caraway seeds, berries (if used) , butter, and chopped onions. Cover pan tightly and simmer over lowest heat 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Add pepper, water and white wine and cook 30 to 90 minutes longer depending on how soft you like your kraut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.7, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 949.7, Carbohydrate 9.1, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 3.7, Protein 1.6

BOHEMIAN SAUERKRAUT CASSEROLE



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This delicious favorite has been in our family for many years and is considered an ultimate comfort food.

Provided by Leslie Doolittle

Categories     Beef

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 lb hamburger
1/2 lb bacon
1 large onion chopped
salt and pepper to taste. i like johnny's seasoning
1-2 pinch caraway seeds optional
1-2 clove garlic minced or garlic powder (optional)
3-4 medium potatoes peeled and cubed
3/4 c long grain rice, uncooked
1 qt sauerkraut
2 can(s) cream soup (mushroom or celery)
1 1/2 c water

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350. Add Hamburger, diced bacon and onions with seasonings into frying pan and cook until hamburger is pink. Add minced garlic and continue to fry 1 additional minute. Remove from heat. Lightly grease a large casserole pan and add hamburger mixture.
  • 2. Combine cream soups and water mix together until smooth. Add sauerkraut, rice and potatoes; mix well transfer sauerkraut, rice and potato mixture to casserole. Mix all together until well combined.
  • 3. Cover casserole dish and bake for 45 minutes. Uncover casserole dish; stir well and bake additional 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender and casserole is not of a soupy consistency.

SAUERKRAUT HOTDISH



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I gal I worked with years ago, brought this to a potluck. Such comfort food! And yes, in Minnesota,, we call it Hotdish!!

Provided by Grammabobbie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb hamburger
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
2/3 cup milk
1 tablespoon butter
12 ounces egg noodles, cooked 5 minutes, and drained
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 (15 ounce) can canned sauerkraut, drained

Steps:

  • Brown hamburger and onion, salt and pepper, drain. Add soups and milk. Stir.
  • Cook noodles, partially, about 5 minutes. They will finish cooking during baking time.
  • Either using a crock-pot(low heat), or a casserole dish, grease with butter, then layer in order, 1/2 of each. Noodles, sauerkraut, hamburger mixture, cheese.
  • Repeat.
  • Either cook in crock-pot on low 4 hours, or bake in a 350 oven, for 45 minutes, until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 731.1, Fat 38.7, SaturatedFat 19.2, Cholesterol 170.8, Sodium 1748, Carbohydrate 54, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 4.2, Protein 41.5

UNCLE EMIL'S CZECH-STYLE SAUERKRAUT



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Growing up we ate this delicious sauerkraut w/roast pork & roast duck dinners, often w/dumplings as a 2nd side dish. Every family's treasured recipe has a story. My great-uncle Emil (Placek) was Czech by heritage, but American born. 1 dy he walked into a diner in Nebr & was face-to-face w/my Irish great-aunt Loretta (Sullivan). She was cookin up a storm & he was hungry & smitten, so it was a fated marriage of "sweet & sauer". Lots of Irish colleens followed my Aunt Loretta & made great kraut using applesauce & Step #5 below. We all overuse the word "best" if talking about things we love, so I won't do that. This is the BEST! (Noted time is 30 min total for all prep & cooking)

Provided by twissis

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 6 2/3 cup, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (15 ounce) can sauerkraut
4 tablespoons butter
1 medium potato (peeled & grated)
1 medium onion (grated)
1 cup applesauce (Don't use unsweetened)
1 teaspoon caraway seed

Steps:

  • Put sauerkraut & liquid, butter & caraway seeds in a lrg saucepan over med heat. When the mixture begins to bubble slightly, lower heat to simmer.
  • Peel & grate the potato & onion. Add them to top of the kraut & press lightly into the kraut w/the flat surface of a spoon. Do not stir into the kraut.
  • Cover & cont to simmer (add sml amt of water as needed) till the grated potato is cooked. Now combine the pan contents (this process keeps raw potato from scorching &/or sticking to the bottom of the pan).
  • Add the applesauce, mix well & taste. Add more applesauce if you prefer a sweeter, more apple flavored kraut.
  • All we need now is some meat flavor in the kraut. If you have meat drippings for that, deglaze your meat pan & add to the kraut. If not, add a chicken bouillon cube to the kraut. Be sure it's completely dissolved & mixed in well w/the kraut. Serve it up!
  • NOTES: After pan contents are combined in #3, stir freq to ck moisture & prevent any ingredients from sticking to the pan. --- After the last step, you can cont to simmer if you feel the kraut is too liquid, but is unlikely to be needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.5, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 20.4, Sodium 561.9, Carbohydrate 19.9, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 2.4, Protein 1.8

SAUERKRAUT CASSEROLE



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Mom brewed her own sauerkraut and, of course, the cabbage was from our big farm garden! Blending the kraut with spicy sausage and apples was Mom's favorite way to fix it, and I still love this country dish. -Rosemary Pryor, Pasadena, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound mild Italian sausage links, cut into 1-inch slices
1 large onion, chopped
2 medium apples, peeled and quartered
1 can (27 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
1 cup water
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons caraway seeds

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. Stir in the apples, sauerkraut, water, brown sugar and caraway seeds. , Transfer to a 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 905mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

SAUERKRAUT-BEEF BAKE



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My husband goes to school and works full-time, and I'm the mother of a 1-year old. With a busy schedule like ours, this quick recipe of pantry staples is just perfect!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1 can (27 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
1/2 cup uncooked instant rice
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 soup can water
2 tablespoons onion soup mix
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained, optional

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. , In a greased 2-qt. baking dish, combine the beef, sauerkraut, rice, soup, water and soup mix. Add mushrooms if desired. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY SAUERKRAUT PORK CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Easy Sauerkraut Pork Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Pork

Time 2h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs boneless pork, cubed
1 medium onion, chopped
3 fresh minced garlic cloves (optional)
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 (14 ounce) can sauerkraut, undrained
8 ounces noodles, cooked and drained (any kind is good)
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 1/2 cups canned mushroom stems and pieces, drained
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • In a large skillet, brown the pork pieces.
  • Add in the onions garlic (if using) and celery, cook until soft but not brown.
  • Stir in the sauerkraut (with the juice), cooked noodled, undiluted soup and mushrooms; season with salt and pepper to taste; mix well to combine.
  • Spoon into a greased casserole dish.
  • Cover, and bake for 1-1/2 hours, or until the meat is tender, stirring occasionally.

Tips for Making Bohemian Sauerkraut Casserole:

  • Use a good quality sauerkraut. Look for sauerkraut that is firm and has a tangy, slightly sour flavor.
  • Rinse the sauerkraut before using it to remove any excess salt.
  • If you don't have any caraway seeds, you can use cumin seeds or fennel seeds instead.
  • Be sure to cook the sauerkraut until it is tender, but not mushy.
  • Serve the casserole with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a green salad.

Conclusion:

Bohemian sauerkraut casserole is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, give this recipe a try!

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