Bavarian Sauerkraut Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large pot, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
• STEP 2.Add the onions to the pot and cook until softened.
• STEP 3.Add the sauerkraut, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, caraway seeds, and bay leaves to the pot. Stir to combine.
• STEP 4.Cover the pot and simmer the sauerkraut over low heat for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally.
• STEP 5.Crumble the cooked bacon and stir it into the sauerkraut before serving.
• STEP 6.Serve hot as a side dish with sausages, pork, or roasted meats.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover sauerkraut can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• Reheat in a pot or microwave before serving.