Fried Sauerkraut Cakes With Kielbasa

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   For Sauerkraut Cakes:

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   Preheat oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit.

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   Pat sauerkraut dry between paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible.

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   Transfer well drained sauerkraut into a bowl and stir in eggs, flour, onions, salt and pepper; stir until combined.

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   Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a 12 inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.

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   Fill a 1/4 cup measure 3/4 full with the sauerkraut mixture.

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   Turn out into hot oil using a fork.

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   Release and flatten to 3-1/2 inch diameter with the fork.

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   Form 2 more cakes in the skillet the same way; then fry, turning over once, until golden (about 4 minutes).

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    Transfer the cakes with a slotted spatula to a paper towel to drain; transfer to a baking sheet once drained.

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    To keep warm, place cakes in the pre-heated oven in a shallow baking pan.

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    Fry more cakes in the same manner with remaining ingredients.

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    For Kielbasa:

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    Brown keilbasa in 2 batches in oil remaining in skillet over medium heat and turn occasionally until browned.

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    Transfer to paper towel to drain; serve with sauerkraut cakes and noodles or mashed potatoes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.