Crock Pot Sauerkraut Supper

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Feeding a bunch of people at a potluck? like sauerkraut and sausage? then you'll like this one. :) it feeds a lot of people, so make sure you've got a *large* crock pot (or put it in two smaller ones)...

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Steps

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In a colander over the sink , drain then rinse the sauerkraut well with cool water , allow to drain for 5 to 10 minutes.

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Repeat at least once.

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While sauerkraut is draining , cut the bacon into small pieces then in a large pan over medium heat , fry bacon until crisp.

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While bacon is cooking , cut up the apple , pear , onion , celery , and sausage.

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When the bacon is done , remove the cooked bacon from the pan and set aside.

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Add olive oil and butter to bacon drippings and let butter melt.

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Sprinkle the flour into the dripping mixture while stirring and cook until golden and bubbly , then add the brown sugar , garlic , and dijon and cook for another minute , then gradually stir in the hard cider and cook- seasoning to taste with salt and pepper- until the sauce thickens , about 5 to 7 minutes.

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Combine all prepared ingredients- drained / rinsed sauerkraut , chopped fruits / vegetables , bacon , sausage , and sauce- in a large crock pot and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 to 8 .

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Ingredients

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vinegar-pickled sauerkraut, bacon, granny smith apple, pears, onion, celery, smoked sausage, olive oil, butter, flour, dark brown sugar, garlic, dijon mustard, hard alcoholic cider, salt & freshly ground black pepper