Oma's Kasseler Chops with Sauerkraut

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Oma's Kasseler Chops with Sauerkraut

Kasseler chops with sauerkraut, a traditional Oktoberfest recipe, is delicious all year long.  Easy to make, these smoked pork chops were one of my Mutti's favorites. And now, they're one of mine as well. Why? Because it's so easy to make and so delicious!

Servings:

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 can sauerkraut (approx. 750 gm), drained
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 onion, diced
• ⅔ cup liquid (broth, white wine, or apple juice)
• salt, pepper, sugar (for seasoning)
• 4 kasseler chops (1 per person)
• 1 tbsp oil or butter
• ¾ cups liquid (broth, or white wine)
• ½ to ¾ cup coffee cream
• 2 - 3 tbsp cornstarch

Instructions:

1. Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a deep frying pan. Add the well-drained sauerkraut and brown. Add the chopped onion and continue browning. Add more oil if needed.
2. Add ⅔ cup liquid and season with salt, pepper and sugar. Simmer for about 15 minutes. Add extra liquid if needed to keep sauerkraut moist.
3. In another pan, heat 1 tbsp of oil or butter. Slowly brown the Kassler. Remove from pan once browned and warmed through.
4. Add ¾ cups liquid to pan that kassler was browned in, scraping up browned bits. Bring to simmer. Add the cream.
5. Mix cornstarch in a little cold water and slowly add just enough to simmering liquid to thicken for sauce.
6. Season with salt and pepper. Return kassler to sauce to keep warm.
7. Serve kasseler with sauce and sauerkraut, along with boiled potatoes.

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