German Pork and Kraut Soup
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Ingredients
| 1 slice | lean bacon, chopped | | 12 oz. | lean boneless pork, trimmed and cut into 3/4 inch cubes | | 1 | lg. yellow onion, chopped | | 2 cloves | garlic, minced | | 1 pkg. (16) | refrigerated sauerkraut, undrained | | 2 | md. size potatoes, peeled and chopped | | 1-3/4 cup | lower sodium beef broth | | 1 can (12) | reduced calorie beer | | 6 | juniper berries (optional) | | 3 | bay leaves | | 1 tsp. | paprika | | 1 tsp. | fennel seeds, crushed | | 1/2 tsp. | caraway seeds | | 1/4 tsp. | black pepper | | 1/4 cup | reduced fat sour cream |
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Instructions
In a large saucepan, cook bacon over moderate heat until crisp. Remove bacon, reserving drippings. Drain the bacon on paper towels; set aside.
Add the pork, onion, and garlic to reserved drippings. Cook over moderate heat until pork is browned and onion is tender. Add the sauerkraut, potatoes, broth, beer, juniper berries (if using), bay leaves, paprika, fennel seeds, caraway seeds, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, covered, for 1 hour or until pork is tender.
Discard the bay leaves and juniper berries. Serve soup with sour cream and bacon pieces. Makes 4 main dish servings. Prep Time: 20 minutes, Cooking Time: 1 hour 20 minutes.
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Author's Comments
Bluish gray juniper berries are an old remedy for counteracting the wild flavor of game in dishes. In this hearty stew, the berries add a pleasant tart sweet flavor that accents the sauerkraut perfectly.
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