Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
28 ounce

Sauerkraut

Drained

1 pound

Smoked Sausage

Sliced

8 ounce

Monterey Jack Cheese

Shredded

13 cup

Italian Bread Crumbs

Plain

16 ounce

Frozen Corn

Thawed

4 cup

Mashed Potatoes

Prepared

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~4 min

Drain the sauerkraut thoroughly.

Step 3
~4 min

Spread the drained sauerkraut evenly in a 9x13 inch glass baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~4 min

Slice the smoked sausage in half lengthwise.

Step 5
~4 min

Cut the sausage into 1/2-inch pieces.

Step 6
~4 min

Spread the sliced sausage over the sauerkraut in the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~4 min

Gently stir the sausage and sauerkraut to mix them together.

Step 8
~4 min

Spread the Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the sauerkraut and sausage mixture.

Step 9
~4 min

Sprinkle the bread crumbs evenly over the cheese layer.

Step 10
~4 min

Cover the baking dish with foil.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 12
~4 min

Remove the foil from the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 13
~4 min

Continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 14
~4 min

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for about 5 minutes before serving.

Step 15
~4 min

Serve the casserole hot with mashed potatoes and corn as sides.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a layer of caramelized onions for extra flavor.

Use different types of sausage for variation.

Top with a dollop of sour cream before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Salad
Pickled Beets

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

Traditional German comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Oktoberfest

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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