Sauerkraut Soup Recipe

Name: Sauerkraut Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. spareribs, trimmed; 3 qt. water; 2 c. diced potatoes; 2 carrots, chopped; 6 strips bacon; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 1 large can sauerkraut, rinsed and drained (save juice); 1 lb. sausage; 1 large onion, diced

Servings: persons

2 lb. spareribs, trimmed
3 qt. water
2 c. diced potatoes
2 carrots, chopped
6 strips bacon
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 large can sauerkraut, rinsed and drained (save juice)
1 lb. sausage
1 large onion, diced

1
In large kettle, cook ribs in water until tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
2
Skim off foam.
3
Remove ribs from broth and strain broth. Refrigerate.
4
Remove meat from bones and set aside.
5
When broth is chilled, remove fat.
6
Return to heat.
7
Add potatoes, carrots, salt and pepper.
8
Simmer until vegetables are tender.
9
Add sauerkraut, sausage and rib meat.
10
Simmer until heated through.
11
Meanwhile, cook bacon until crisp.
12
Strain off grease, reserving 1 tablespoon of bacon drippings.
13
Cook onion in drippings until onion is tender. Add to soup.
14
Simmer 20 to 30 minutes more.
15
Garnish with bacon. (A little Parmesan is also great.)

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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: 2 lb. spareribs, trimmed, 3 qt. water, 2 c. diced potatoes, 2 carrots, chopped, and more.

Yes, 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.

Sauerkraut Soup

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