German: Bavarian Sauerkraut

Recipe by Paul Young <info@cooking-with-paul.com>

(serves 4)

Ingredients:

• 2 cans sauerkraut (about 28oz)
• 4 slices bacon
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 medium apple, peeled and finely chopped
• 1 cup apple cider
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• salt and pepper to taste

Procedure:

1. Drain sauerkraut, set aside
2. Fry bacon in pan, finely chop the bacon when done, set aside
3. Cook onions in remaining bacon fat until soft (about 3 minutes)
4. Sprinkle sugar on top, stir, and let caramelize slightly (about 1-2 minutes)
5. Add sauerkraut, apples, caraway seeds, and vinegar; stir well, cover, simmer for about 30 minutes
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste