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Easy Sauerkraut Casserole Recipe

Easy Sauerkraut Casserole Recipe

Hearty and creamy, this sauerkraut casserole layers tender noodles, savory ground beef, and Swiss cheese. It bakes up bubbly with tangy flavor and cozy comfort.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz wide egg noodles, uncooked
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for browning
  • 1 lb ground beef 85–90% lean works well
  • 1.5 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 22 oz sauerkraut, drained and rinsed squeeze out excess liquid
  • 0.75 tsp caraway seeds
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt to taste
  • 10.5 oz condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 0.75 cup sour cream full-fat preferred
  • 0.25 cup milk for loosening the sauce
  • 1.25 cup shredded Swiss cheese Gruyère also works
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Boil noodles in salted water until just shy of al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Warm oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the ground beef, breaking it up, 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  • Add butter and onion to the skillet. Cook until softened, 4–5 minutes. Stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
  • Fold in sauerkraut, caraway, pepper, and salt. Cook 3 minutes to warm through and meld flavors.
  • Whisk soup, sour cream, and milk in a bowl until smooth.
  • Combine noodles with the beef-sauerkraut mixture. Pour in the creamy sauce and toss to coat evenly.
  • Spread into the baking dish. Top with Swiss cheese.
  • Bake until bubbling and lightly browned, 25–30 minutes. Rest 10 minutes, then garnish with parsley.

Notes

Variation: Swap the ground beef for sliced kielbasa or smoked sausage. For a touch of sweetness, stir in 1/2 cup sautéed sliced apples with the sauerkraut. Make-ahead: Assemble up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate; add 5–10 minutes to the bake time.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Sauerkraut Casserole Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.