Sauerkraut Sausage Bake Recipe

Comfort food at its best! This easy sauerkraut and kielbasa casserole is a hearty and flavorful winter warmer. Perfectly creamy mashed potatoes top a tangy sauerkraut and savory sausage base, creating a delicious and satisfying meal the whole family will love. Ready in under an hour!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 437.9 kcal
Protein 34g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sauerkraut Sausage Bake

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How to Make Sauerkraut Sausage Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 (26-ounce) bag of sauerkraut, drained, and 1 medium onion, chopped.
  3. In a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish, spread the sauerkraut mixture evenly.
  4. Arrange 1 pound of sliced kielbasa on top of the sauerkraut.
  5. In a separate bowl, prepare 2 cups of mashed potatoes (from scratch or instant) and stir in 2 tablespoons of shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. Spread the mashed potato mixture over the kielbasa.
  7. Sprinkle the top with 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  8. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

85 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

56g

Carbs

6g