Best 7 Sauerkraut Bacon And Pasta Casserole Recipes

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**Indulge in a Symphony of Flavors: A Journey Through the Culinary Delights of Sauerkraut, Bacon, and Pasta Casserole**

Embark on a culinary adventure with a dish that harmoniously blends the tangy zest of sauerkraut, the smoky allure of bacon, and the comforting embrace of pasta. This sauerkraut bacon and pasta casserole is a symphony of flavors, a delightful union of textures, and a testament to the magic that can be created in a single casserole dish. With variations ranging from a traditional rendition to a vegetarian delight, this article offers a delectable selection of recipes that cater to diverse preferences and dietary restrictions. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds as we delve into the world of sauerkraut bacon and pasta casserole, exploring the nuances of each recipe and the culinary journey that awaits you.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY SAUERKRAUT RECIPE



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My grandmother's easy sauerkraut recipe requires just 3 ingredients and 15 minutes!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 slices (about 4 ounces) bacon, diced
1 (27 ounce) can sauerkraut
1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
Optional garnish: caraway seeds; chopped fresh parsley; chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook bacon until crispy (about 5-10 minutes).
  • Drain off most of the bacon grease, leaving about 1 teaspoon in the bottom of the pot.
  • Drain sauerkraut, but reserve the liquid from the can.
  • Place drained sauerkraut and brown sugar in the pot with the bacon. Heat over low heat until warmed through and sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally. Add enough of the reserved liquid from the sauerkraut until the dish reaches the desired consistency. Serve right away, or cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 kcal, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Protein 2.9 g, Fat 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 815.3 mg, Fiber 2.5 g, Sugar 5.3 g, ServingSize 1 /8 of the recipe, UnsaturatedFat 0.1 g

GRANDMA'S CREAMY SAUERKRAUT AND PASTA CASSEROLE



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Got this recipe from my mom. She used to make this with my dad's mom, who they lived with when they first got married...it was grandpas favorite...I made this today - and I'm telling you it was delicious..I will make it again tomorrow for card club St.Patty party! Mmmmm

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Casseroles

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 oz package egg noodles,cooked al dente
1 large jar or bag of sauerkraut,drained
3 Tbsp bacon fat,(lard)
1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
1 large onion, chopped
3 Tbsp butter
2 can(s) cream of mushroom soup(10 3/4 oz. ea.)
1/2 c milk
1 clove garlic, minced
1 medium yellow or red bell pepper, diced
s / p to taste
garnishes feta cheese and rice wine or balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350^. Grease or spray a large casserole;set aside. Drain sauerkraut and fry in a large skillet with the bacon fat for 10 minutes. Stir in sausage slices and fry for 10 minutes more. Pour mixture into a large bowl or pan. Set aside.
  • 2. In the same skillet add the butter, onions, garlic, yellow pepper and fry until tender. Add the soup and milk to the skillet mixture and stir to combine. Add cooked noodles-stir to combine.
  • 3. Pour this vegetable and mushroom soup mixture over the sausage/ sauerkraut mixture. Stir to combine. Pour into prepared casserole. Lightly season with salt and pepper or to taste. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through. Top each serving with crumbled feta and a splash of rice wine vinegar...enjoy! NOTE: This casserole freezes well.

NOODLES AND KRAUT



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I sampled this recipe at a 25th anniversary party and was told it was a family favorite, courtesy of a Polish grandmother. I shared the recipe with my sister-in-law's family and she told me her five-year-old son loved it so much that he would eat it cold for breakfast! Every time our family gathers now, someone brings this dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups uncooked egg noodles
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 cup sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. , In a small skillet, melt butter. Add onion; saute until tender. Add noodles and sauerkraut; cook and stir over medium heat for 2 minutes. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 429mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

POLISH CASSEROLE



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When I first made this dish, my 2-year-old liked it so much that he wanted it for every meal! You can use almost any pasta that will hold the sauce. -Crystal Bruns, Iliff, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups uncooked penne pasta
1-1/2 pounds smoked Polish sausage or kielbasa, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 jar (16 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
3 cups shredded Swiss cheese, divided
1-1/3 cups 2% milk
4 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
4 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and transfer to a large bowl. Stir in sausage, soup, sauerkraut, 2 cups cheese, milk, onions, mustard and garlic., Spoon into 2 greased 8-in. square baking dishes; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, until golden brown and bubbly, 45-50 minutes. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, uncovered, until golden brown and bubbly, 50-55 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 1193mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

SAUERKRAUT WITH BACON, POTATO AND CARAWAY



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I have been making this for years. I got the idea from a recipe in the old Joy of Cooking and just modified from there. This is great comfort food

Provided by Brenda.

Categories     Pork

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 quart sauerkraut, drained
1/4 lb bacon, diced
1 large onion, chopped
1 large russet potato, raw and grated
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon caraway seed
2 (15 ounce) cans chicken broth

Steps:

  • Saute bacon until crisp.
  • remove bacon to drain, reserving fat in pan.
  • saute onion in bacon fat until browned.
  • add sauerkraut and saute for 5 minutes; add potato, chicken stock, reserved bacon, black pepper and caraway.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer on lowest heat for 20 minutes- stirring frequently, then cover and simmer for an additional 30 minutes- stirring every 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.9, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 9.6, Sodium 941.1, Carbohydrate 13.9, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 2.8, Protein 5.9

DAR'S SUPER SAVORY SAUERKRAUT POTATO BAKE



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This dish has some of the flavors that I miss from my childhood in Germany. It is comfort food with a capital 'C.' I like to pair it with my own pork schnitzel or with baked chicken for a hearty dinner. This dish also includes a recipe for a creamy sauce that I use both in pot pies and as a substitute for condensed soups in many recipes. 'Guten Appetit!'

Provided by daplo

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 cup water
1 cup milk
¼ cup sour cream
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup drained sauerkraut
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon caraway seeds
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 (16 ounce) package frozen shredded hash brown potatoes

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Whisk the flour, bouillon granules, water, and milk together in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil until thick, 1 to 2 minutes, whisking continuously. Remove from heat and stir the sour cream into the flour mixture; set aside to cool.
  • Combine the onion, Cheddar cheese, sauerkraut, salt, pepper, and caraway seeds in a large mixing bowl. Stir the sour cream sauce and the melted butter into the sauerkraut mixture; fold the hash brown potatoes into the mixture. Pour into the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula to flatten into an even layer.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the potatoes are tender and the top is brown and bubbly, 60 to 70 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 42.6 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 681 mg, Sugar 3 g

SAUERKRAUT CASSEROLE-ANNETTE'S



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I have been making this sauerkraut casserole recipe for years. My mom taught me and I taught my son. Even if you think you don't like sauerkraut, you will LOVE this. The brown sugar makes it sweet. It is out of this world! Sauerkraut naysayers give it a try. Recipe is my own. Photo is from Lillian Russo trying it. She did...

Provided by Annette W.

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lb ground beef or turkey
1 medium onion, chopped
2 can(s) 10.75 oz. tomato soup
1 can(s) 10.75 oz. warm water
1 pkg wide egg noodles
2 can(s) 14 oz. sauerkraut, drained very well
3/4 c brown sugar
2 c swiss cheese, shredded
garlic powder with parsley
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Brown ground beef or turkey with chopped onion and season with garlic powder, salt and pepper until done.
  • 2. Prepare egg noodles according to package. Make sure you don't over cook them. You want them slightly al dente.
  • 3. Drain sour kraut and pour into the bottom of a greased 9x13 pan. (or you can use a casserole dish or roasting pan if you'd like) Sprinkle with brown sugar.
  • 4. Pour drained (but not rinsed) egg noodles over sour kraut and brown sugar.
  • 5. Pour hamburger or turkey over egg noodles.
  • 6. Mix 1 can of warm water with the 2 cans of tomato soup. Make sure you have all the lumps out of the soup and it is mixed well and smooth. Pour over hamburger or turkey evenly. Use a fork as you are pouring the soup along the sides of the pan to pull the mixture away from the edges to allow some of the soup to seep down the sides slightly.
  • 7. Top with cheese.
  • 8. Bake at 350° for 30-45 min until cheese is brown and edges are bubbling. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
  • 9. Don't forget the garlic bread and/or a nice lettuce salad to accompany this great casserole. Enjoy!
  • 10. ****This recipe is great and easy to make ahead of time. Just assemble and throw it in the fridge then pull it out when you get home from work and pop it in the oven. If you do this though, you may need to adjust your baking time to closer to 60 min.****

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the casserole will taste. Look for fresh sauerkraut, thick-cut bacon, and a good quality pasta.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: The pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta will make the casserole mushy.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients: You can add other vegetables to the casserole, such as onions, peppers, or carrots. You can also use different types of cheese, such as cheddar or Gruyère.
  • Make sure the casserole is heated all the way through before serving: The casserole should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of crusty bread or crackers: This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Sauerkraut, bacon, and pasta casserole is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a casserole that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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