Open a jar of your favorite kraut! These recipes with sauerkraut are the perfect blend of old world soul and modern flair.
36 Satisfying Recipes with Sauerkraut
New World Stuffed Cabbage
European immigrants brought their favorite stuffed cabbage recipes to the New World in the late 19th century. Here’s my take on tradition. —Katherine Stefanovich, Desert Hot Springs, California
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Creamy Reuben Casserole
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This Reuben casserole dish is fabulous to serve for St. Patrick’s Day—or anytime. It features corned beef, sauerkraut and other ingredients that make Reuben sandwiches so popular. —Margery Bryan, Moses Lake, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 435 calories, 34g fat (18g saturated fat), 117mg cholesterol, 1274mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 18g protein.
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Sausage Sauerkraut Soup
Total Time
8 hours 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I’ve taken this satisfying soup to church gatherings and family reunions, and it always receives wonderful compliments. Everyone loves it! —Elizabeth Goetzinger, Lewiston, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 373 calories, 21g fat (8g saturated fat), 51mg cholesterol, 1707mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 16g protein.
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Corned Beef Sandwiches
Total Time
20 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My daughter shared this corned beef sandwich recipe with me. It’s become a favorite of our entire family. —Kathryn Binder, Pickett, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 486 calories, 32g fat (13g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 1308mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 17g protein.
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Kielbasa Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
2 casseroles (6 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator:
When I first made this dish, my 2-year-old liked it so much that he wanted it for every meal! You can use almost any pasta that will hold the sauce. —Crystal Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 428 calories, 26g fat (11g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 1193mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein.
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German Meatballs
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is one of our favorite main dishes. Because we raise our own pork and beef, the meat we use is always freshly ground. For variety, these meatballs can be cooked with a sweet cream gravy or steamed with tomatoes. But we prefer them with homemade sauerkraut. —Iona Redemer, Calumet, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
3 each: 376 calories, 22g fat (7g saturated fat), 114mg cholesterol, 1636mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 27g protein.
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Pork Chops with Sauerkraut
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
In Omaha, Nebraska, Stephanie Miller pairs tender pork chops with tangy sauerkraut in this filling main dish. “It’ so quick and easy to put together,” she notes.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 599 calories, 26g fat (8g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 1589mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (46g sugars, 7g fiber), 39g protein.
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Reuben Rounds
Total Time
30 min
Servings
16 appetizers
From the Recipe Creator:
Fans of the classic Reuben sandwich will go crazy for baked pastry spirals of corned beef, Swiss and sauerkraut. They're so easy to make, and bottled Thousand Island dressing makes the perfect dipping sauce. —Cheryl Snavely, Hagerstown, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 appetizer: 114 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 198mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Slow-Cooked Sauerkraut Soup
Total Time
5 hours 20 min
Servings
12 servings (about 3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
We live in Lancaster County, which has a rich heritage of German culture. Our dishes often include sauerkraut, potatoes and sausage. We enjoy this recipe on cold winter evenings, along with muffins and fruit. —Linda Lohr, Lititz, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 213 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 1442mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 12g protein.
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Sauerkraut Chocolate Cake
Total Time
55 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For an adventurous cake, try this recipe. People might need a little coaxing to try it but once they do, they will love it.—The Fremont Company
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 505 calories, 26g fat (16g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 412mg sodium, 65g carbohydrate (49g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Cranberry Sauerkraut Meatballs
Total Time
4 hours 15 min
Servings
about 5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I tried these meatballs at a birthday party for a friend, and now I make them all the time. They are super easy to make and perfect for a potluck or a Sunday afternoon football game. —Lisa Castelli, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 meatball with about 1 tablespoon sauce: 76 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 250mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Hungarian Stuffed Cabbage
Total Time
2 hours 20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
European immigrants brought their favorite stuffed cabbage recipes to the New World in the late 19th century. This Hungarian cabbage rolls recipe is one of my favorites.—Katherine Stefanovich, Desert Hot Springs, California
Nutrition Facts:
3 rolls: 622 calories, 35g fat (15g saturated fat), 143mg cholesterol, 2273mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 11g fiber), 32g protein.
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Sausage and Sauerkraut
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this tasty, quick and easy sauerkraut and sausage dish so I can throw it together in no time on those extra-busy nights. — Mary Lyon, Spotsylvania, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 567 calories, 38g fat (14g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 2043mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 6g fiber), 20g protein.
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Reuben Sandwiches
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Reuben sandwiches are shared by Kathy Jo Scott of Hemingford, Nebraska. “My mouth waters just thinking of these sandwiches,” confesses Kathy Jo. “I adapted the recipe from one my mother found several years ago.”
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 547 calories, 31g fat (13g saturated fat), 106mg cholesterol, 2346mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 5g fiber), 28g protein.
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Slow-Cooked Reuben Brats
Total Time
7 hours 45 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Sauerkraut gives these beer-simmered brats a big flavor boost, but it’s the special chili sauce and melted cheese that put them over the top. Top your favorite burger with some of the chili sauce; you won't be sorry. —Alana Simmons, Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 733 calories, 50g fat (16g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 1643mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 26g protein.
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Sauerkraut Latkes
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Really? Sauerkraut in potato pancakes? Oh, yes. Firm, sweet apples mellow the tang so very nicely. —Aysha Schurman, Ammon, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
3 latkes (calculated without sour cream): 306 calories, 20g fat (2g saturated fat), 127mg cholesterol, 658mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.
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Pork Tenderloin with Cran-Apple Sauerkraut
Total Time
2 hours 25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love all the ingredients in this recipe because together they're perfect for Oktoberfest, a fun festival during my favorite time of the year. Serve the pork and sauerkraut with a hearty dark bread, such as rye or pumpernickel, along with an ice-cold beer. Delicious!—Barbara Lento, Houston, Pennslvania
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked pork with 3/4 cup sauerkraut: 310 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 1345mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 5g fiber), 29g protein.
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Sloppy Ottos
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My version of sloppy joes comes from an old family recipe. Make these sandwiches even more German by stacking everything on a pretzel bun. —Jason Koren, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 494 calories, 24g fat (7g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 1042mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 20g protein.
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Oktoberfest Strudels
Total Time
55 min
Servings
2 strudels (3 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband, being born and raised in Wisconsin, loves bratwurst sausages. So I tweaked this strudel recipe to include some of his favorite filling ingredients and it was an instant hit. Serve with extra mustard for dipping. —Cleo Gonske, Redding, California
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Country Pork ‘n’ Sauerkraut
Total Time
1 hour 45 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother and grandmother once ran a beanery for a train crew, which inspired a lot of my cooking. I adapted this recipe from one of theirs. The secret ingredient is the applesauce. When everything is cooked up, you wouldn’t guess that it’s in there, but the taste’s just a bit sweeter. —Donna Hellendrung, Mineapolis, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 477 calories, 24g fat (8g saturated fat), 130mg cholesterol, 757mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 5g fiber), 41g protein.
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Sauerkraut Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Mom brewed her own sauerkraut and, of course, the cabbage was from our big farm garden! Blending the kraut with spicy sausage and apples was Mom's favorite way to fix it, and I still love this country dish.
—Rosemary Pryor, Pasadena, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 188 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 905mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein.
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Reuben Waffle Potato Appetizers
Total Time
40 min
Servings
about 4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I love Reubens, so I turned the classic sandwich into a fun appetizer with corned beef and sauerkraut on waffle fries. —Gloria Bradley, Naperville, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 appetizer: 62 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 168mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Pennsylvania-Style Pork Roast
Total Time
2 hours 25 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Our children first had this tender and juicy pork roast with sauerkraut at a family celebration. They devoured it and went back for seconds! Now it’s a mainstay in my recipe file.
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked pork: 191 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 353mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein.
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Ham and Cheese Sliders
Total Time
55 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My next-door neighbor shared this recipe with me and I simply cannot improve it! You can make it ahead and cook it quickly when company arrives. The combo of flavors makes these sandwiches so delicious. —Iris Weihemuller, Baxter, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 315 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 555mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 2g fiber), 13g protein.
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Reuben Dip
Total Time
2 hours 5 min
Servings
32 servings (about 4 cups)
From the Recipe Creator:
This slow-cooked spread tastes just like the popular Reuben sandwich. Even when I double the recipe, I end up with an empty dish. —Mary Jane Kimmes, Hastings, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoon: 58 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 126mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Hot Dog Sliders
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
3-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Turn all-American hot dogs into a fun international treat at your next casual party. They get three special treatments in this recipe: Chicago-style, Bavarian and south of the border. Bet you can't eat just one! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 slider (calculated without toppings): 86 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 214mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Reuben Pizza
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Fridays are pizza nights at our house. We do a lot of experimenting, so we don’t have the same old thing every week. With only five ingredients, this pizza is a snap to whip up. —Nicole German, Hutchinson, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 480 calories, 27g fat (10g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 1527mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 23g protein.
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Northwoods Wild Rice Salad
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is my Minnesota version of a vintage German slaw that’s popular at church suppers. The wild rice has a nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with tangy sauerkraut. —Jeanne Holt, St. Paul, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 290 calories, 17g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 747mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 5g fiber), 5g protein.
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Brats with Sauerkraut
Total Time
6 hours 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I’ve made many variations of this excellent main dish. The bratwurst can be plain, smoked or cheese-flavored, served whole or cut in slices, with a bun or without. It would be popular at a party or potluck.
Nutrition Facts:
1 brat: 534 calories, 28g fat (11g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 1188mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 4g fiber), 21g protein.
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Reuben Brunch Bake
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this when I wanted something different for a graduation brunch for two of our sons. When I realized I had most of the ingredients on hand for the Reuben dip I usually make, I decided to use them in a brunch casserole instead! Everyone asked for the recipe. —Janelle Reed, Merriam, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 290 calories, 20g fat (11g saturated fat), 232mg cholesterol, 787mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.
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Reuben Pudgy Pie
Total Time
10 min
Servings
1 serving
From the Recipe Creator:
Our favorite pudgy pie is the Reuben: corned beef, sauerkraut and Swiss cheese! We always use buttered bread. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 358 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 1228mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.
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Slow-Cooked Reuben Spread
Total Time
4 hours 10 min
Servings
3-3/4 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I’m a big fan of Reuben sandwiches and anything with that flavor combination. For an appetizer, I blend corned beef with Swiss cheese and a few other items to make a spread for rye bread or crackers. —June Herke, Watertown, South Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 137 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 285mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.
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Grilled Beer Brats with Kraut
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I made this for my son’s 21st birthday bonfire, which included a dozen buddies. The kraut topping flavors are fabulous. —Keeley Weber, Sterling Heights, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 582 calories, 34g fat (11g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 1473mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
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Reuben Bread Pudding
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Our Aunt Renee always brought this casserole to family picnics in Chicago.
It became so popular that she started bringing two or three. I have also made
it using dark rye bread or marbled rye, and ham instead of corned beef—all the variations are delicious! —Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 390 calories, 25g fat (10g saturated fat), 165mg cholesterol, 1295mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein.
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Oktoberfest Brats with Mustard Sauce
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I come from a town with a big German heritage, and each year we have a huge celebration for Oktoberfest. This recipe packs in all the traditional German flavors my whole family loves. —Deborah Pennington, Decatur, Alabama
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 341 calories, 28g fat (10g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 1539mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 14g protein.
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Reuben Eggs Benedict
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When it comes to food, two of my all-time favorites are Reuben sandwiches and eggs Benedict. So naturally I combined them into this incredible breakfast dish. I serve mine with bacon on the side, but hash browns and fresh fruit go great, too! —Jessica Rehs, Akron, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 open-faced sandwich: 317 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 222mg cholesterol, 784mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
