1 to 1 1/2 lbs. of fully cooked sausages (Kielbasa, Bratwurst or Frankfurters) 2 strips bacon, diced 1 medium sized onion, finely chopped 1 can (1 lb. 11 oz.) sauerkraut, drained well 1 med. size Golden Delicious apple, cored and diced 1 tbsp. brown sugar 1 tbsp. dry sherry 1/2 tsp. caraway seed 1/2 c. regular strength beef broth Chopped parsley At about 1 inch intervals, cut 1/4 inch deep slashes in each sausage, set aside. In a wide frying pan over medium heat, cook bacon and onion, stirring until onion is soft. Stir in sauerkraut, apple, sugar, sherry, caraway seed and broth. Cook stirring for about 2 minutes. Arrange sausages on top, cover, reduce heat, and simmer until sausages are heated through and apple is fork tender (20 to 25 minutes). Garnish with parsley. Makes 4 to 6 servings. |