Sauerkraut kochen mit Speck wie bei Oma, Hausmannskost,

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while smoked sausage adds a similar flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and seasoned water is budget-friendly.

caraway seeds

🥗Healthier: fennel seeds

💰Cheaper: dill seeds

Fennel seeds offer a similar anise flavor, while dill seeds are more affordable.

apple

🥗Healthier: pear

💰Cheaper: canned apple slices

Pears provide similar sweetness, and canned slices are often less expensive.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped bacon and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the fat in the skillet.

Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in sauerkraut, caraway seeds, and bay leaves; mix well.

Add chopped apple and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat to low and cover; cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add mustard and vinegar; mix thoroughly and cook for another 5 minutes.

Return crispy bacon to the skillet; stir to combine.

Season with black pepper to taste before serving.

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