Ingredients

  • 4 1/2 c. water
  • 4 medium potatoes, cubed
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 lb. smoked sausage links, sliced
  • 1 (16 oz.) can sauerkraut (undrained)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 to 2 tsp. dried dill weed
  • 1/2 tsp. caraway seed
  • 1 c. sour cream
  • 1 Tbsp. flour
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • sugar (optional)

Method

  • In a large pot, bring water, potatoes and salt to a boil. Reduce heat and cook until potatoes are tender.
  • Add sliced sausage, undrained sauerkraut, onion, garlic, dill and caraway. Bring to a boil.
  • Combine sour cream and flour.
  • Stir 1 cup of the hot mixture into the sour cream mixture.
  • Return all of the sour cream mixture to the large pot.
  • Blend well.
  • Heat through, but do not boil.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Add a few teaspoons sugar if a less tart flavor is desired.