Recipe for Leftover Sauerkraut

When I make sauerkraut, I usually make more than I need so that I will have some leftover for the next day. Sometimes, I do not have quite enough to just reheat and serve as is. When that happens, I need to create a new dish using the leftovers. Soup is one solution that I always enjoy. This recipe is quick, easy and delicious.

Sauerkraut Soup

No matter how the original sauerkraut was prepared, examples of which are in the similar and related recipes, it can be used to make a soup. Simply cut any meat or vegetables into bite-sized pieces and add water or broth as needed. Depending on how the sauerkraut was prepared, you might want to add seasonings such as thyme, bay, caraway seed and/or ground black pepper. You probably do not need to add salt since sauerkraut is salty. My favorite version is made from sauerkraut with pork and sweet potatoes that is leftover from New Year's Day. To that I add leftover black-eyed peas that were served with that dinner. When I do not have any, I sometimes cook frozen or canned black-eyed peas in water before adding the sauerkraut. Heat the soup until hot and serve with your favorite crusty or rye bread.