Best 7 Roasted Sausage And Sauerkraut Recipes

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Roasted Sausage and Sauerkraut is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is made with simple ingredients that are easily accessible, and it can be prepared in just over an hour. This dish is also very versatile, as it can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or bread. The tangy sauerkraut pairs perfectly with the savory sausage, and the roasted apples add a touch of sweetness and crunch. This dish is also relatively healthy, as it is low in calories and fat.

This article provides three different recipes for Roasted Sausage and Sauerkraut. The first recipe is for a classic version of the dish, made with pork sausage, sauerkraut, apples, and onions. The second recipe is for a vegetarian version of the dish, made with tofu sausage, sauerkraut, apples, and onions. The third recipe is for a slow-cooker version of the dish, which is perfect for busy weeknights. All three recipes are easy to follow and produce delicious results.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SAUSAGE AND SAUERKRAUT



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I created this tasty quick-and-easy sauerkraut and sausage dish so I can throw it together in no time on those extra-busy nights. - Mary Lyon, Spotsylvania, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 medium red potatoes, cubed
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 small onion, halved and sliced
1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 package (16 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the potatoes in oil for 5-6 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir in onion; saute for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Add the sausage, sauerkraut and pepper. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567 calories, Fat 38g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 2043mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

ROASTED SAUSAGE AND SAUERKRAUT



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A classic Eastern European dish made quick and easy- from Russ Crandall of The Domestic Man.

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (13 ounce) packages smoked kielbasa sausage, cut into bite-size pieces
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 (32 ounce) package sauerkraut, drained
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter, melted
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon caraway seeds
2 green apples, coarsely chopped
Salt to taste
Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lay a large sheet of Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil on a baking sheet. In the center of the foil, combine the sausage, onion, sauerkraut, oil, butter, pepper and caraway seeds; mix well. Bring up foil sides. Double fold top and ends to make a packet, leaving room for heat circulation inside. Place the foil package in preheated oven and roast for 30 minutes.
  • Open packets carefully by cutting along top fold with a sharp knife, allowing steam to escape; then open top of foil packet. Stir in the green apples and reseal, adding another piece of foil to the top if necessary. Return to the oven for 10 more minutes. Remove from the oven, add salt to taste and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 769.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.4 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 62.9 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 28.8 g, Sodium 3084.7 mg, Sugar 15.3 g

KIELBASA AND SAUERKRAUT SHEET PAN DINNER



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Make a whole dinner on one sheet pan in a matter of minutes with this simple, satisfying recipe.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 pound (about 3 cups) fingerling potatoes, halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound smoked kielbasa, cut on the bias into eight 2-inch long pieces
1 cup prepared sauerkraut
1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Turn up four edges of a large piece of foil to make a rectangular tray (about 12 by 5 inches) for the sauerkraut; set aside
  • On one side of the baking sheet, toss the potatoes with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, and sprinkle with some salt and pepper; spread the potatoes into an even layer. Place the kielbasa on the other side of the baking sheet, leaving an empty place in the center for the foil tray. Brush the kielbasa with the remaining olive oil. Roast until the kielbasa begins to brown in spots and the potatoes are almost completely tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Toss the sauerkraut with the caraway seeds and spread into an even layer in the prepared foil baking tray. Place the foil tray in the center of the baking sheet. Roast until the potatoes are completely tender and browned, the sauerkraut is warmed through and the kielbasa is browned in spots, 15 minutes more. Divide sausage and vegetables between two plates and enjoy.

SAUSAGE AND KRAUT



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1-pound bag sauerkraut, rinsed
8 small fingerling or red-skinned potatoes, halved if large
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
12 ounces turkey kielbasa or chicken sausage, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 6-ounce boneless smoked pork chop, trimmed and sliced
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 teaspoon coriander seeds, crushed
1 teaspoon juniper berries (available in the spice aisle), crushed
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 apple, grated
1 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Whole-grain mustard, for serving

Steps:

  • Soak the sauerkraut in a bowl of warm water. Cover the potatoes with water in a small saucepan and simmer over medium heat until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Prick the sausages with a fork and add to the pot along with the pork; cook until browned on one side, about 4 minutes. Turn the meats and add the onion, garlic, coriander, juniper berries, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook until the onion is golden brown, about 6 minutes. Add the apple and cook 2 more minutes.
  • Drain the sauerkraut, then add to the pot along with the wine and 1 cup water. Cover and simmer 10 minutes, then uncover and cook until thickened, about 5 more minutes. Transfer the sauerkraut, meats and potatoes to a platter. Top with the parsley and serve with mustard.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 90 milligrams, Sodium 1,382 milligrams, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 29 grams

FRESH POLISH SAUSAGE SAUERKRAUT POTATO DISH RECIPE - (4/5)



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Provided by á-2904

Number Of Ingredients 5

Klement's Fresh Polish Sausage (not cooked, from Sentry, Sendik's)
Frank's Sauerkraut (drained) -Lots
8-10 Potatoes, peeled and cut into fourths
Olive oil - 2 Tablespoons
Beef broth - 1/2 to 1 cup

Steps:

  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil to cover bottom of baking dish (Le Creuset Dutch Oven-Mary fills 9 ½ qt oval, Marilyn uses 5 ½ qt oval) Sauerkraut (lots) , drained, layer on bottom of dish Beef broth, ½ to 1 cup, to add moisture for potatoes & polish sausage to cook in Cut fresh polish sausage into 6" pieces, tuck into sauerkraut, along edges of pan, will brown Peel and cut potatoes into fourths, tuck into sauerkraut Sprinkle with Lawry's Seasoning Salt, a little pepper Bake at 300-350 degrees until potatoes are done, tender. About 1 ½ hours. Cook slowly, can keep warm at 200 degrees when potatoes are tender, sausage browned. Easy, you can cook and add more polish sausage if you have extra sauerkraut and/or potatoes for another meal or 2. Mmmm delicious!

PORK ROAST WITH SAUERKRAUT AND KIELBASA



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This is the traditional New Year's Day meal I learned from my husband, whose family originated in central Pennsylvania. It's wonderful, especially served with mashed potatoes and applesauce.

Provided by Heather Urry

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Roast Recipes

Time 6h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (2 pound) boneless pork loin roast
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 sprigs fresh thyme leaves
salt and pepper to taste
4 pounds sauerkraut
1 pound kielbasa, cut into 3-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven broiler. Place the roast in a roasting pan, brush with olive oil, sprinkle with thyme leaves, and season with salt and pepper. Place under the broiler for 10 minutes, until lightly browned in several places.
  • Place 2 pounds sauerkraut in a slow cooker. Arrange kielbasa pieces around the edges of the slow cooker pot, and place the roast in the center. Cover with remaining sauerkraut.
  • Cover slow cooker, and cook roast 6 hours on High.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 51.5 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 1357.6 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

SAUSAGE AND SAUERKRAUT



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This is a recipe from a sweet old German lady I used to attend church with. Allow for plenty of time to prepare and cook this dish. It is definitely worth the time and effort! Serve with hot German potato salad and red cabbage.

Provided by DOEMARK

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     German

Time 3h35m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon caraway seeds
¼ cup brown sugar
1 apple, diced
½ pound bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
1 ½ pounds kielbasa sausage, cut into 1-inch thick slices

Steps:

  • Place the sauerkraut, caraway seeds, brown sugar, and apple into a large saucepan over medium-low heat, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, and cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Place the bacon and onion into a skillet over medium heat, and cook until the bacon is almost crisp and the onion is beginning to brown, about 10 minutes. Stir the bacon mixture into the sauerkraut. In the same skillet, brown the kielbasa sausage in the remaining bacon grease until the sausage begins to brown, 10 to 15 minutes; stir into the sauerkraut mixture. Spoon the sauerkraut and sausage mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 777.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 128.2 mg, Fat 62.3 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 26.4 g, Sodium 2702.1 mg, Sugar 20.2 g

Tips:

  • To ensure evenly cooked sausages, pierce them with a fork before roasting.
  • For a crispy sausage exterior, roast the sausages at a high temperature for the initial 10 minutes.
  • To prevent the sauerkraut from drying out, add a small amount of water or broth to the baking dish.
  • For enhanced flavor, use a variety of sausages, such as bratwurst, kielbasa, or Italian sausage.
  • To add a touch of sweetness, sprinkle brown sugar over the sauerkraut before baking.
  • For a tangy twist, add a splash of apple cider vinegar to the sauerkraut mixture.
  • For a smoky flavor, add a few strips of bacon to the baking dish.
  • For a more substantial meal, serve the roasted sausage and sauerkraut with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a side salad.

Conclusion:

Roasted sausage and sauerkraut is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to prepare and packed with flavor. With its combination of savory sausage, tangy sauerkraut, and aromatic spices, this dish is sure to satisfy. Whether you're looking for a hearty meal to warm you up on a cold winter night or a simple weeknight dinner, roasted sausage and sauerkraut is a versatile dish that is sure to please. So next time you're in the mood for a delicious and comforting meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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