1 pound sauerkraut, drained
5 slices bacon, diced
1 ½ cups water
1 tablespoon flour
½ cup sour cream (optional)
1. Rinse sauerkraut if mild flavor is desired. Drain well.
2. Fry bacon in a skillet until golden. Drain off 1 tablespoon fat; set aside.
3. Add sauerkraut to skillet. Fry 3 minutes, stirring often.
4. Add water. Cover and cook 45 minutes over medium heat.
5. Blend flour into reserved bacon fat. Stir into sauerkraut. Cook and stir over high heat 2 minutes. Stir in sour cream, if desired. Remove from heat.
ABOUT 4 SERVINGS