Polish Sausage, Sauerkraut, and Potatoes

 

Polish Sausage, Sauerkraut, and Potatoes

Ingredients:

1 lb Polish sausage (kielbasa), cut into 1-inch slices

1 lb potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks (about 2-3 potatoes)

1 can (14 oz) sauerkraut, drained and rinsed

1 onion, thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)

1/2 cup chicken broth or beer

2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

Salt and pepper, to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Instructions:

Prepare the ingredients:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Cook the sausage and potatoes:

In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil or melt butter over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add the potatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to brown slightly.

Add aromatics and sauerkraut:

Stir in the sliced onion and minced garlic. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the onion is softened and fragrant.

Add the drained and rinsed sauerkraut to the skillet, along with the caraway seeds if using. Mix everything together.

Combine and add liquid:

Return the browned sausage to the skillet. Pour in the chicken broth or beer to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

Bake:

Cover the skillet or Dutch oven with a lid or aluminum foil. Transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Garnish and serve:

Remove from the oven and season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for garnish, if desired.

Serve warm:

Serve the Polish sausage, sauerkraut, and potatoes hot, straight from the skillet or Dutch oven. Enjoy this comforting and hearty dish on its own or with a slice of crusty bread.

This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner and brings together the flavors of Polish cuisine in a satisfying way. Adjust the seasonings and ingredients according to your preferences, and enjoy the robust flavors of sausage, sauerkraut, and potatoes!