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Sausage and Sauerkraut Buns

Delightful sausage and sauerkraut buns combining smoked sausage, tangy sauerkraut, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

  • Total Time: 315 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, drained
  • 2 cans (14 ounces each) sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 large sweet pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 packages (14 ounces each) smoked sausage, sliced
  • 12 pretzel sausage buns, warmed and split partway

Instructions

  1. In a 5- or 6-quart slow cooker, combine the diced tomatoes, sauerkraut, sliced mushrooms, sliced sweet pepper, sliced onion, brown sugar, and pepper. Mix well.
  2. In a large skillet, sauté the sliced smoked sausage over medium-high heat until lightly browned, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Stir the browned sausage into the tomato and vegetable mixture in the slow cooker.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.
  5. After cooking, stir the mixture well.
  6. Serve the sausage and sauerkraut mixture in warmed pretzel buns.

Notes

For added flavor, consider topping the buns with mustard, shredded cheese, or chopped green onions.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 300 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free sausage and buns)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bun with filling
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: sausage, sauerkraut, buns, slow cooker, easy recipe