Creamy Sauerkraut Soup Recipe

Name: Creamy Sauerkraut Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided; 1 cup chopped sweet onion (such as Vidalia); 2 pieces bacon, chopped; 2 cups sauerkraut, drained and rinsed; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 4 teaspoons sour cream; 1 pinch salt and white pepper

Servings: persons

1
Heat two tablespoons of butter in a sautee pan and cook the bacon. Add the onion just before the bacon is done and cook until soft (do not brown the onion). Pour off rendered fat.
2
Transfer the bacon and onion to a stock pot, Add the sauerkraut, wine, chicken stock and heavy cream. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes.
3
Add the remaining butter, a bit at a time, until incorporated.
4
Add the Dijon mustard, sour cream, and salt and pepper. Just heat through, stirring.
5
Carefully puree the soup in a blender. Pass the soup through a fine mesh strainer, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
6
Return the soup to the saucepan and rewarm.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided, 1 cup chopped sweet onion (such as Vidalia), 2 pieces bacon, chopped, 2 cups sauerkraut, drained and rinsed, and more.

Yes, Creamy Sauerkraut Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamy Sauerkraut Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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