GERMAN SAUERKRAUT SOUP

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Linda Dembroski who originated the recipe said: "This German New Year's soup contains pork and sauerkraut for good luck in the new year. It's wonderful with fresh warm bread. This recipe has been a family tradition for forty years"

Provided by Steve P.

Categories     Chowders

Time 1h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 smoked ham hocks
2 yellow onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
3 quarts water
1 lb sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained (or substitute thick sliced or diced potatoes if you prefer)
1/2 lb bacon, chopped
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until tender; set aside.
  • Put ham hocks, onion, garlic and water into a stockpot, season with pepper to taste, cover and bring to a simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Stir the sauerkraut and beans or potatoes into the soup.
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Remove bacon into the stockpot, reserving drippings.
  • Stir flour into the bacon drippings to make a roux. Stir the roux into the soup.
  • Continue to simmer the soup until thick, and potatoes if you are using them are tender.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the sour cream. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.6, Fat 41.9, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 63.9, Sodium 1270.8, Carbohydrate 45.6, Fiber 13.3, Sugar 4.8, Protein 20.1

Ranjanie Wickramasinghe
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Sabina Kafle
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day. It's also a very filling and satisfying meal.


Nabawanuka Sylivia
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the sauerkraut and the smokiness of the sausage.


Theresa Eberlanz
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I'm always looking for new and interesting soup recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. It's a unique and flavorful soup that I'll definitely be making again.


max ledovscoi
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover sauerkraut. It's also a very affordable meal to make.


Balwinder Singh
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I'm not a big fan of sauerkraut, but this soup was surprisingly good. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very hearty.


ONOVO COLLINS
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This soup was a little bland for my taste, but I think that's because I didn't use enough salt. I'll definitely try it again with more salt.


scott Sousa
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I've been looking for a good sauerkraut soup recipe for a while now and this one is definitely it. It's the perfect balance of sour and sweet.


Alone Eyachin
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This soup is a must-try for sauerkraut lovers. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. I highly recommend it.


Jj McKinney
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to warm up on a cold winter day.


Singer Sajjad Ali Khoso official
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This soup was easy to make and very flavorful. I especially liked the addition of the apples and caraway seeds. It was a great way to use up some leftover sauerkraut.


emo_haha
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I'm not a fan of sauerkraut, but I made this soup for my husband and he loved it. He said it was the best sauerkraut soup he's ever had.


Der Dude
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This soup was a bit too sour for my taste, but I think that's just a matter of personal preference. Otherwise, it was a well-made soup.


302 BADSHA
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I'm a big fan of sauerkraut soup, and this recipe didn't disappoint. It was easy to make and the flavor was spot-on. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ennywealth
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This soup was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the sauerkraut and the smokiness of the sausage.


danielah suya
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great. It was a little sour for my taste, but I think that's just the nature of sauerkraut. Overall, I'm happy with the results.


Asante Goen
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This soup was easy to make and so flavorful. I loved the addition of the caraway seeds and the smoked sausage. It was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Seeta rai Seeta rai
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I'm not usually a fan of sauerkraut, but this soup changed my mind. The sourness of the sauerkraut was perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the apples and carrots. I'll definitely be making this again.


Lila Dangi
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This German sauerkraut soup was a hit with my family! The flavors were complex and delicious, and the soup was hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this again.