My Mama's Slow Cooker Sauerkraut Small Batch
Cozy, comforting, and bursting with old-world flavors, "My Mama's Slow Cooker Sauerkraut Small Batch" is the perfect recipe for an easy, satisfying meal. This small-batch version combines tangy sauerkraut with smoky slices of kielbasa or sausage, sweet diced apple, and aromatic caraway seeds, all gently simmered in rich chicken broth for hours to deliver tender, flavorful perfection. A pinch of brown sugar mellows the tang, while butter adds a luxurious touch. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this dish lets the slow cooker do all the work, making it ideal for busy weeknights or low-maintenance weekend gatherings. Serve it warm as a hearty side or pair it with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for a soul-warming main course. Perfect for small households or anyone craving traditional German-inspired comfort food without the fuss!
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces Sauerkraut
- 8 ounces Smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium Apple, cored and diced
- 1 teaspoon Caraway seeds
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Butter
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the sauerkraut under cold water to reduce its briny flavor, then drain well.
Step 2
In a slow cooker, combine the sauerkraut, sliced smoked sausage or kielbasa, chopped onion, and diced apple.
Step 3
Sprinkle the mixture with caraway seeds, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
Pour the chicken broth over the top, ensuring everything is slightly submerged.
Step 5
Dot the top of the mixture with butter for added richness.
Step 6
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to low heat.
Step 7
Cook for 4 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking and blending of flavors.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Step 9
Serve warm as a hearty side dish or enjoy as a main course with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1219.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1118.3 |
| Total Fat 79.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 32.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g | |
| Cholesterol 157.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6619.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 70.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 43.6g | |
| Protein 33.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 20.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 266.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1777.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories