Follow these steps for perfect results
pork shoulder
rinsed
sauerkraut
with juice
salt
to taste
pepper
to taste
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Rinse the pork shoulder and place it in a large roasting pan.
Season the pork with salt and pepper to taste.
Cover the pork with 1/3 of the sauerkraut, including its juice.
Cover the roasting pan tightly and place it in the preheated oven for 1 1/2 hours.
Remove the roasting pan from the oven and add another 1/3 of the sauerkraut.
Cover the pan again and return it to the oven for another hour.
Remove the roasting pan from the oven and add the remaining sauerkraut.
Cover the pan once more and return it to the oven for a final hour.
Remove the pan from the oven.
Serve hot and enjoy, preferably with mashed potatoes.
Expert advice for the best results
Ensure the roasting pan is tightly covered to prevent the pork from drying out.
Mashed potatoes are traditionally served with this dish and complement the flavors well.
Adjust seasoning to your liking, especially salt and pepper.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be made a day ahead and reheated.
Serve in a rustic bowl with a generous portion of mashed potatoes. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Serve hot with mashed potatoes and a side of green beans.
Light and crisp to cut through the richness.
Slightly sweet to balance the sourness of the sauerkraut.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Traditional Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine.
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