1 lb. of canned or fresh (deli) sauerkraut
1 lb. of knackwurst (spelled Knockwurst in English)
3 to 5 med. sized potatoes (if these are desired)
2 tbsp. sugar or honey (use 3 to 5 spoons)
2 bay leaves
Several dashes of pepper, sage, poultry seasoning
2 to 3 tbsp. cornstarch or potato starch
1 med. or lg. onion, as desired (or 2 or 3 tbsp. of dried onions)
2 to 3 tbsp. caraway seeds (optional)
1 carrot (shaved in, optional)