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Sausage, Potato, Sauerkraut

Cultural Context

This dish, popular in German-American cuisine, reflects the hearty flavors of traditional German meals. It combines smoked sausage, potatoes, and sauerkraut, showcasing the balance of savory and tangy flavors. Often enjoyed in colder months, this dish has become a comforting staple in many American households, especially during gatherings and potlucks.

German-AmericanUSmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
5-6 medium-sized potatoes
13 oz smoked sausage
1 yellow onion
32 oz jar of sauerkraut
2 cups chicken broth
salt
black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder

smoked sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Chicken sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made from scraps.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yukon gold potatoes

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients.

1

Scrub the potatoes thoroughly, leaving the skins on.

2

Cut the potatoes lengthwise three times, then cut into bite-sized pieces.

3

Add the cut potatoes to a 6-quart crock pot.

4

Pour 2 cups of chicken broth over the potatoes.

5

Cut the smoked sausage into slices, using 13 oz total, and add it to the crock pot.

6

Chop one yellow onion into large chunks and add it to the crock pot.

7

Add the entire 32 oz jar of sauerkraut, juice included, to the crock pot.

8

Season with a pinch of salt, black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon onion powder.

9

Mix all ingredients together in the crock pot.

10

Cover the crock pot and cook on high for about 6 hours.

11

Check the potatoes for tenderness by twisting a fork into them; adjust cooking time if necessary.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

6-quart crock potknifecutting boardspoon

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milksulfites

Also Known As

Sausage and SauerkrautGerman Sausage with Potatoes

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