2 lb. sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
2 lb. pork ribs
1 can (28 oz.) tomatoes, crushed and undrained
1 medium onion, sliced
1 to 3 cloves garlic, minced or to taste
1 TB sugar, (optional)
Water, to your preferred thick/thin consistency (about 8 cups)
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
Paprika to taste

1. Combine all ingredients in a large pot, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 2 to 3 hours, until the meat falls off the bones.
    
2. Pick out the bones and discard. Correct seasoning and serve. This iw excellent with homemade bread with lots of butter. It is also really good with boiled potatoes on the side.