SAUERKRAUT AND APPLES
In the Chesapeake, seafood often finds its way onto the Thanksgiving menu. But in Baltimore, which has a strong eastern European and German immigrant history, the holiday table demands something else. "The absence of sauerkraut when turkey is present, Thanksgiving included, is unthinkable, comparable to potatoes without gravy or crisp French fries without ketchup," wrote John Shields, the chef and owner of Gertrude's restaurant in Baltimore, in his cookbook "Chesapeake Bay Cooking." (Sauerkraut is a mainstay well beyond Thanksgiving; Gertrude's hosts an annual Krautfest in January.) Traditionally, homemakers fermented the cabbage in earthenware crocks in their cellars, but these days the fresh stuff is available to buy. On Thanksgiving, it's often simply served as a side, or incorporated into dishes like this, in which the sauerkraut is braised in beer with bacon and apples.
Provided by Jennifer Steinhauer
Categories side dish
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add bacon and cook, stirring often, until fat has started to render, about 5 minutes.
- Toss onion and apples in the fat and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir in sauerkraut.
- Add beer and season with pepper and caraway seeds. Bring mixture to a boil, then cover the pot. Reduce heat so mixture is just simmering and cook for 45 minutes. Or transfer the covered pot to a 350-degree oven and bake for 1 hour. Stir and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 220, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 850 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Tasmiyah
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of sauerkraut, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The apples and the brown sugar really mellow out the flavor of the sauerkraut. I will definitely be making this again.
Mohi Mohiuddin
[email protected]I made this sauerkraut and apples recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I even had people asking me for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.
Md Miskatur Rahman Suton
[email protected]This sauerkraut and apples recipe is a great way to use up leftover sauerkraut. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy flavor of this dish. I usually serve it with mashed potatoes or spaetzle.
Hammad Akhtar
[email protected]I've never had sauerkraut and apples before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's so delicious! I love the sweet and tangy flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Upali Ponnamperuma
[email protected]This sauerkraut and apples recipe is a great way to add some flavor to your meals. It's also a good way to get your daily dose of probiotics. I like to serve it with grilled chicken or fish.
Jenisha Sherrod
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of sauerkraut, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The apples and the brown sugar really mellow out the flavor of the sauerkraut. I will definitely be making this again.
Md yeasin Munshi
[email protected]I made this sauerkraut and apples recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I even had people asking me for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.
TALLAABO CHANNEL
[email protected]This sauerkraut and apples recipe is a great way to use up leftover sauerkraut. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy flavor of this dish. I usually serve it with mashed potatoes or spaetzle.
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[email protected]I've never had sauerkraut and apples before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's so delicious! I love the sweet and tangy flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Barbie Perez
[email protected]This sauerkraut and apples recipe is a great way to add some flavor to your meals. It's also a good way to get your daily dose of probiotics. I like to serve it with grilled chicken or fish.
TALUKDER BD
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of sauerkraut, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The apples and the brown sugar really mellow out the flavor of the sauerkraut. I will definitely be making this again.
Tharusha Tashan
[email protected]I made this sauerkraut and apples recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I even had people asking me for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.
Obo3 Ekwivwi
[email protected]This sauerkraut and apples recipe is a great way to use up leftover sauerkraut. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy flavor of this dish. I usually serve it with mashed potatoes or spaetzle.
Brym Deen
[email protected]I've made this sauerkraut and apples recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the way the flavors of the sauerkraut and apples meld together. It's the perfect side dish for any meal.
Tryphine benson Msindo
[email protected]This sauerkraut and apples recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of the tart sauerkraut with the sweet apples. I also added some caraway seeds for a little extra flavor. It was the perfect side d