Finnish Sauerkraut Soup Recipes

SAUERKRAUT SOUP

Quick, easy and tasty! You may add 1 to 2 tablespoons of lemon juice if needed, for extra zing.

Provided by KFREESE

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Cream Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Steps:

Cook and stir smoked sausage and onion in a large saucepan over low heat until lightly browned, about 15 minutes; stir in flour to coat the sausage and onion. Gradually stir in milk, followed by half-and-half. Raise heat to medium, and simmer the soup until thick, about 5 minutes. Stir in thyme. Mix sauerkraut and its juice into the soup and cook just until sauerkraut is heated through, 1 to 2 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Cholesterol 87.8 mg, Fat 35 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.4 g, Sodium 1448.9 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

Ingredients

1 pound smoked sausage, finely diced
6 tablespoons chopped onion
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
2 cups half-and-half
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 (8 ounce) can sauerkraut, undrained

SAUERKRAUT SOUP

The medley of tomato, sauerkraut and smoked sausage gives this savory soup old-world flavor. It's enjoyable to make and serve, especially during these cold months. The tangy taste and aroma really warm you up! -Jean Marie Cornelius, Whitesville, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 8-10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Steps:

In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine sausage, potatoes, onions, carrots and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Add sauerkraut and tomato paste; mix well. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes longer. If a thinner soup is desired, add additional water or chicken broth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 1167mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Ingredients

1 pound smoked Polish sausage, cut into 1/2- inch pieces
5 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 medium onions, chopped
2 carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 can (32 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste

HAPANKAALIKEITTO (FINNISH SAUERKRAUT SOUP)

You won't like this soup if you don't like sauerkraut. But it's really good if you do. Serve with Karjalan piirakka (Karelian Pie) on the side. Or rye bread, cheese, and a selection of cold cuts. Oh, and don't forget a big bowl of sour cream. Posted for Zaar World Tour 05

Provided by Amis227

Categories Vegetable

Time 2h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Steps:

Place the beef cubes and ham bone in a large sauce pan with the sauerkraut, stock, and allspice.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, for about 2 and 1/2 hours over medium-low heat.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Remove allspice berries and bay leaves.
When ready to serve, ladle into big bowls, top with a spoonful of thick sour cream, and take to the table with chunks of rye bread and a bowl of sour cream to pass around the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 810.5, Fat 81.4, SaturatedFat 33.9, Cholesterol 112.4, Sodium 2072.7, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 1.9, Protein 14.4

Ingredients

1 lb beef, trimmed fat, and cut into small cubes
1 ham bone (or a few chunks smoked ham)
3 cups sauerkraut
6 cups beef stock
2 bay leaves
10 whole allspice
salt
fresh ground black pepper
sour cream (to garnish)