Oberpfälzer Kraut with Kielbasa

By Wolfgang Schraml, Erbendorf, Germany

Ingredients

2 14oz cans of Sauerkraut
2 medium onions, chopped
3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
12 peppercorns
24 juniper berries (dried)
1/2 Tsp whole caraway seeds
4 bay leaves
1 peeled/diced apple (e.g. Granny Smith)
1/2 ring of Kielbasa

Directions

Put the sauerkraut and all ingredients (except for the Kielbasa) in a large pot. Cover with water (approximately 3 cups).

Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 45 min.

Add Kielbasa and let simmer for another 40 min.

Serve with rye bread.