Sauerkraut and Kielbasa (Crock Pot)

• sauerkraut↗4 lbs

  drained and rinsed (2 32-ounce jars)

• onion↗1

  chopped

• carrot↗1

  peeled and cut lengthwise in half and then sliced cross wise into thin 1/4 inch half circles

• garlic cloves↗2

  peeled and crushed

• caraway seeds1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• dried thyme↗1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• bay leaves↗2
• juniper berries (optional) or 1/4 cup gin (optional)12
• pepper↗
• kielbasa↗16 ounces

  cut into 1/4 inch round slices

• white wine or 2 cups white grape juice↗2 cups
• chicken broth (or 4 cups water and 3 bouillon cubes)↗4 cups

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place the drained sauerkraut in the slow cooker.

2. 2

   Add onion, carrot, garlic, caraway seeds, thyme, bay leaves, juniper berries or gin (if using) and pepper.

3. 3

   Stir to combine.

4. 4

   Place kielbasa on top of all.

5. 5

   Pour in the wine (or grape juice) and broth on top.

6. 6

   Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours.

7. 7

   Discard bay leaves and serve.