Pork With Sauerkraut

1. 1

   Before proceeding further, boil the meats 10 minutes in plenty of water and drain.

2. 2

   Pour the olive oil into a large straight-sided skillet, a large saucepan, or a Dutch oven. Add half the sauerkraut and strew with the garlic, bay leaves, salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Arrange the meats over the sauerkraut, cover with the remaining sauerkraut, and add 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, lower the heat to medium, and simmer, covered, 45 minutes, occasionally stirring from the bottom up.

4. 4

   With a slotted spoon, remove the kielbasa and ribs to a warm oven. Cook the remaining ingredients over medium heat 20 minutes longer, until the liquids have almost completely evaporated.

5. 5

   Return the kielbasa and ribs to the pan, cover, and let stand 15 minutes off the heat. Slice the meats and arrange them on a serving platter, with the sauerkraut at the center

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.