Ingredients
2 lb sauerkraut
1 water
1 pinch of sugar
1 bay leaf (optional)
1 12 oz can of beer (optional)
3 to 4 strips of bacon (optional)
Directions
Kapuska (Sauerkraut) and Kielbasa
Simmer sauerkraut, sugar, and optional ingredients
with kielbasa (it doesn't say how much) for about 20
minutes.
Note: Some fresh cabbage may be added in place of
sauerkraut. But usually not more than 1/3 the amount
of sauerkraut being used.
Servings: 6 servings
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Categories: German; Meat; Vegetable
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