Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
14 oz

Sauerkraut

canned, drained slightly

1 lb

Skinless Sausage

sliced

6 unit

Potatoes

peeled and mashed

Step 1
~6 min

Place sausage in a covered skillet with 2/3 to 3/4 cup of water.

Step 2
~6 min

Simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, or until sausage is mostly cooked through.

Step 3
~6 min

Prepare mashed potatoes according to your preferred method.

Step 4
~6 min

Place sauerkraut in a casserole dish, including some of its liquid.

Step 5
~6 min

Season the sauerkraut to taste.

Step 6
~6 min

Cut the cooked sausage into serving pieces.

Step 7
~6 min

Arrange the sausage pieces on top of the sauerkraut.

Step 8
~6 min

Spoon the mashed potatoes evenly over the sausage.

Step 9
~6 min

Place the casserole in a preheated 325°F to 350°F (160°C to 175°C) oven.

Step 10
~6 min

Bake for 30 minutes, or until heated through and the potatoes are lightly browned.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a layer of shredded cheese on top for extra flavor.

Use different types of sausage for variation (e.g., kielbasa, Italian sausage).

Brown the sausage before simmering for added flavor.

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 with a side salad.

Serve with a dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad with vinaigrette
Pickled vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany/Eastern Europe (adapted in the US)

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often associated with German-American cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Oktoberfest
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
family gathering
potluck

Popularity Score

60/100

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