Slow Cooker Sausage Sauerkraut Soup Recipe

This Slow Cooker Crockpot Sauerkraut Soup Recipe is beyond easy to make and the perfect family meal. You may already have most of the ingredients in your pantry or freezer!

Crock Pot Sausage Sauerkraut Soup Recipe

One of my favorite things to make in the crockpot is soups! They are so easy to make and the house ends up smelling amazing.

I love being able to make dinner with pantry staples. Throwing everything in the slow cooker and letting it do the work for me is the best thing!

Now that it is starting to feel like fall I feel like it is the perfect time to deep dive into soup season. Break out all the slow cookers and whip up epic soups on a daily basis.

Maybe not daily but at least a few times a week.

We all have such crazy busy lives that having the crockpot take care of dinner feels like such a gift.

German sauerkraut soup is so dang easy to make. Everything goes into the crockpot at one time and all you have to do is wait for it to cook together.

This soup can also be made in a Dutch oven on the stovetop. We tend to make it in a slow cooker so it cooks while we are working.

My husband loves sauerkraut so I am always looking for ways to use it in recipes. I even made a sauerkraut salad which is one of our favorite side dishes.

We also love slow cooker sauerkraut and kielbasa, German style brats, and Reuben Dip.

This sauerkraut soup makes me want to plan another trip to Germany. It has been way to long since we spent time in Europe.

Ingredients

This is a quick overview of the simple ingredients that you'll need to make an epic Sauerkraut Soup with Sausage! Specific measurements and step-by-step instructions are included in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

• Stewed tomatoes
• Sauerkraut (Fermented cabbage)
• Diced potatoes
• Smoked sausage
• Medium onion

Salt and pepper - to taste

Optional Toppings - sour cream, caraway seeds

Equipment

Crockpot - We suggest using a crockpot that has a digital timer so it will automatically switch to warm mode. This is a great way to prep dinner ahead of time and have it warm and ready when you are.

Soup Bowl - We like to serve this slow cooker soup in a deep bowl so we can dish up a healthy serving for dinner.

How to make Sausage Sauerkraut Soup in the Slow Cooker

I've included complete instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, but here's a quick version.

Add all of the ingredients to the slow cooker, cook on low or high depending on how quickly you need the soup ready.

Stir before serving! Enjoy!

Recipe Tips

Also called Polish sauerkraut soup, Kapustnyak (Russian Sauerkraut Soup), Kapusniak (Polish Sauerkraut Soup)

Printable recipe card instructions are below.

Nutrition information, including calories, protein, calcium, carbohydrates, fiber, vitamin c, potassium, cholesterol, sodium, trans fat, monounsaturated fat, polyunsaturated fat, and more, will vary depending on the products used.

Pair it with one of these epic sides for soup for a complete meal.

Preparation and Storage

Make Ahead – This recipe can be cooked on low and kept on warm so you can prep it in the morning for dinner.

Storage – Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Freezing/How to freeze – We have not tried freezing this soup. We normally freeze soup in airtight freezer containers or in freezer bags once it has cooled down.

How to reheat – Reheat in the microwave or on the stove top.

Recipe Variations

Stovetop Instructions - Simmer ingredients over medium heat.

Substitutions - Add in carrots, garlic, celery, bay lea, tomato paste, onions, or a pinch of salt for more flavor. Add in bacon for more flavor. You can use any polish sausage you enjoy.

Vegetarian Option - This can be made with plant based sausage.

Vegan Option – vegan sauerkraut soup can be made with plant based sausage.

Gluten Free - This recipe is gluten free.

Smaller Serving Size – The serving size of this recipe can be changed in the recipe card below to a smaller serving.

Make it Spicy –Add in your favorite spices to make this recipe spicy.

Larger Group/More servings – This recipe can be doubled for a larger gathering just make sure your slow cooker is large enough to handle the additional ingredients.

What to serve with

Drinks - German Beer

Bread - German Pretzel, Rye bread, Beer Bread

Sides - Salad, Mixed Vegetables, Air fried broccoli, air fried brussel sprouts, air fryer cauliflower, sauerkraut salad, German Potato Salad

Main Dish/Entrée - German Bratwurst , Schnitzel

Desserts - Apple Strudel, Mini Black Forest Cake, Lebkuchen (gingerbread cookies), Marzipan

When to serve

• Oktoberfest German Dinner
• Family dinner
• Potlucks
• New Years Eve and Day  - Pork and Sauerkraut for Good Luck

Great Crockpot Recipes

If you love crock pot soups make sure and check out these other great recipes!

Crock Pot Vegan Lentil Soup

Turkey and Wild Rice Soup

Chicken Enchilada Soup

Bacon Corn Chowder

Sausage and Shrimp Gumbo

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