Best Almost My Grandpops Kapusta Recipes

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KIELBASA KAPUSTA - SLOW COOKER RECIPE!



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This recipe for Kielbasa Kapusta is my family's traditional Polish Kapusta recipe made in a slow cooker!

Provided by Jankowski Family Heritage Recipe

Categories     Main Dish

Time 7h20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 Tablespoons butter
2 Tablespoons bacon drippings
2 ½ cups sweet yellow onions (finely chopped)
2 32 ounce cans sauerkraut
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 3/4 cups water
3 pounds kielbasa (cut into 2-inch slices)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat melt butter and bacon drippings until foaming subsides, about 2-3 minutes. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are translucent and edges begin to brown, about 8-10 minutes.
  • While onions cook rinse and drain sauerkraut at least twice. Make sure sauerkraut is well drained and add it to slow cooker along with onions, salt, pepper, brown sugar, water, and kielbasa. Give everything a good stir and cover. Cook on high for 1 hour, then reduce to low and cook for an additional 6 hours, stirring occasionally. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 498 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 38 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 1324 mg, Sugar 15 g

KAPUSTA



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Kapusta is a great side dish at any meal and even makes a great main dish for vegetarians. This recipe was passed down by my Polish grandmother. I grew up with it at every holiday meal and just love it. Sauerkraut takes on a whole new flavor when baked and is really delicious! Try it and see for yourself!

Provided by Holly

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 tablespoons butter, divided
2 onions, chopped
1 large portobello mushrooms, sliced
1 ½ cups sliced mushrooms
¼ medium head cabbage, thinly sliced
1 (32 ounce) jar sauerkraut, drained and pressed
½ teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon dried thyme
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat; saute onions and mushrooms until tender.
  • In a medium saucepan over high heat, boil cabbage for 10 minutes.
  • In a 9 x 13 inch baking dish combine onions, mushrooms, cabbage, sauerkraut, sugar, thyme, salt and pepper; mix well. Dot remaining 2 tablespoons butter on top. Cover.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 760.5 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

KAPUZTA



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This is a truly authentic "Old World recipe"-friends of our family who moved here from Poland gave it to my mother years ago. It's been a favorite Sunday dinner with all of us ever since then. I've found that it's always a hit at potluck dinners, too. After my husband and I moved to our dairy farm, I discovered that this hearty, one-dish dinner was a perfect one for our busy schedule...and that any leftovers taste even better the second day!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 pounds pork stew meat
1 medium onion, chopped
1-1/2 pounds smoked Polish sausage, cut in 1/2-inch slices
1 quart sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
2 cups coarsely chopped cabbage
1 tablespoon caraway seeds
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add pork and onion; brown meat. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until pork is tender, 6-8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519 calories, Fat 39g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 1509mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

KAPUSTA



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This is Polish comfort food at its finest. Fried sauerkraut is a simple recipe that can be made with just a few ingredients, and it's perfect for a winter meal. The bacon and onion add a delicious depth of flavor to the sauerkraut, and it's all cooked until it's nice and mellow. Serve this kapusta with your favorite side dish, like mashed potatoes or egg noodles, and for a simple but satisfying weeknight treat.

Provided by Lauren

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 slices bacon (cut into small pieces)
1 yellow onion (diced)
16 ounces sauerkraut (drained)
2 Tablespoons brown sugar
¼ cup water

Steps:

  • Add the bacon to a large frying pan over medium high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 6-8 minutes, or until the bacon is crisp and the fat is rendered.
  • Add the onions an cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened and light golden brown. If the pan is too dry, you can add a teaspoon or two of olive oil.
  • Stir in the sauerkraut, brown sugar, and water. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, until heated through and light golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 147 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 899 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 9 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g

KAPUSTA



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Make and share this Kapusta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ladyfingers

Categories     Pork

Time 7h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lbs fresh trimmed, pieces pork (any type, cut in bite-size pieces)
1 chopped onion
1 1/2 lbs Polish sausage (sliced in 1/2 inch pieces)
1 quart sauerkraut (fresh preferred)
1/4 head coarsely chopped cabbage
1 tablespoon caraway seed
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
pepper

Steps:

  • Brown pork and onion in hot skillet until pork is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  • Combine cooked pork and onion with all other ingredients in a 5 quart Dutch oven or slow cooker. Mix lightly.
  • Simmer all day.
  • The longer you cook this, the better it tastes.

POLISH KAPUSTA



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A traditional Polish dish. I got this recipe from my Mother in-law, Epherzine. We make it for every holiday meal. If you like sauerkraut, you will like kapusta.

Provided by queenbeatrice

Categories     Low Protein

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 side portions, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup butter
1 onion, chopped
7 inches kielbasa, cubed
1 quart sauerkraut, drained
2 carrots, shredded

Steps:

  • Cook onion and kielbasa in frying pan until onions are translucent.
  • Drain liquid from sauerkraut.
  • Mix all ingredients together.
  • Transfer to a buttered casserole dish.
  • Bake in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.3, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 16.8, Sodium 552, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.6, Protein 1.3

GRANDPOP'S SPECIAL CHOCOLATE CAKE



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Here is my version of chocolate cake. Aunt Mary's Vanilla Frosting compliments it perfectly.

Provided by Leo J. Lagrotte

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Chocolate Cake Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 cup milk
½ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup hot, brewed coffee
2 eggs

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, soda, and salt.
  • Add oil, milk, vanilla, coffee, and eggs; beat well. Batter will be thin. Pour into two 9 inch greased and floured round pans.
  • Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 25 minutes, or when top springs back when done. Cool layers on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.7 calories, Carbohydrate 53.3 g, Cholesterol 32.6 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 272.4 mg, Sugar 34.5 g

Every family has a few recipes that are passed down from generation to generation, and they become a family legacy. My grandpops' kapusta recipe is a recipe that has been in our family for years. The recipe is so well-guarded that only a few family members are privy to the formula. Whenever we have family functions, the kapusta dish is always at the center of the table, and it brings everyone together.

History of Kapusta

Kapusta is a traditional Polish dish that has been around for centuries. The dish is made of sauerkraut, smoked meats, and other ingredients that vary depending on the region. The dish is popular during the winter months because it is hearty and can feed a large group of people. Typically, it is prepared in large batches and left to simmer for hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.

The Secret Recipe

My grandpops' kapusta recipe is a closely guarded secret. Only a few family members have been given the recipe, and no one knows the exact measurements of each ingredient. Whenever we ask grandpops about the recipe, he smiles, changes the subject, and tells us that it's a family secret. However, we know the essential ingredients that are used to make the dish.
Sauerkraut
The key ingredient in kapusta is sauerkraut. It is a cabbage that has been fermented with the help of lactobacillus bacteria. The bacteria convert the sugars in the cabbage into lactic acid, giving the sauerkraut its tangy flavor. The sauerkraut used in kapusta is typically made in-house, and it is left to ferment for weeks to ensure that the flavors are rich and deep.
Meats
The second essential ingredient in kapusta is smoked meats. Polish kielbasa is often used, as well as ham hocks and bacon. The meats are added to the sauerkraut to give the dish its meaty flavor. The meats are usually cooked separately and then added to the sauerkraut to ensure that they are fully cooked before serving.
Vegetables
Along with sauerkraut, other vegetables are added to the dish, such as onions, carrots, and potatoes. The vegetables are cooked with the sauerkraut and meats to create a flavorful dish.
Spices and Herbs
Various spices and herbs are used to add flavor to the kapusta dish. These include bay leaves, black pepper, garlic, and allspice. The spices and herbs are added during cooking in just the right amount to create a balanced flavor profile.

Preparation

The preparation of the kapusta dish is a slow and deliberate process. It starts with the sauerkraut, which is cooked until it is tender. Then the meats and vegetables are added, and the dish is left to simmer for several hours. The dish is frequently stirred to ensure that the flavors combine well.

Conclusion

My grandpops' kapusta recipe is a family treasure that has been kept safe for years. Whenever I think of this dish, I am reminded of my childhood and the warmth and happiness that surrounded our family gatherings. Though we don't know the exact measurements, we can always taste grandpops' kapusta when we eat it. The dish brings us together as a family, and we look forward to it at every celebration. With its hearty, comforting flavors, I am proud to say that this recipe is almost my grandpops', and it will always be a part of our family traditions.
Making traditional recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation is a beautiful way to connect with your family’s culture and heritage. One such recipe that holds a special place in many Eastern European families is kapusta, or sauerkraut. There are countless variations of kapusta, but in this article, we will share valuable tips to help you recreate “almost” your grandpops kapusta recipe.

1. Choosing the right sauerkraut

The first step in making kapusta is choosing the right sauerkraut. If you have access to homemade sauerkraut, that’s the best option. But if not, look for sauerkraut in a jar or can at the grocery store. Be sure to read the label carefully and choose a product that contains only cabbage, salt, and water. Some commercially prepared sauerkrauts may contain additives and preservatives that can affect the taste and texture of your kapusta.

2. Adding meat

Many kapusta recipes call for adding meat such as kielbasa, bacon, or pork to the dish. If you’re adding meat, consider what type of meat will best complement the flavors of your kapusta. For example, kielbasa is a popular choice, but if you prefer a milder flavor, you might opt for smoked turkey or chicken instead. You can also experiment with different types of sausage or bacon to find the perfect combination for your taste buds.

3. Incorporating vegetables

In addition to the sauerkraut and meat, many kapusta recipes include vegetables such as onion, bell pepper, and carrot. These vegetables can add depth and complexity to the dish, as well as provide some added nutrition. If you’re unsure about which vegetables to use, consider the flavors and textures you prefer. For example, if you like a bit of sweetness in your kapusta, adding carrots might be a good idea.

4. Cooking methods

There are several different ways to cook kapusta, and your method will depend on your personal preferences and the equipment you have available. Some people prefer to cook kapusta on the stovetop, while others prefer baking it in the oven. You can also make kapusta in a slow cooker or pressure cooker. Whatever method you choose, be sure to monitor the dish closely to ensure it doesn’t burn or dry out.

5. Seasoning options

Kapusta is a dish that can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Some people prefer a more traditional, minimally seasoned version of kapusta, while others like to add a variety of spices and herbs for a more complex flavor profile. Some common seasonings for kapusta include bay leaves, caraway seeds, garlic, and paprika. You may also want to experiment with different types of vinegar or add a splash of wine for an extra dimension of flavor.

6. Serving suggestions

Once your kapusta is done cooking, it’s time to serve it up! Kapusta is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish. Some people like to serve kapusta with a dollop of sour cream on top, while others prefer it plain. You can also serve kapusta with a side of crusty bread, boiled potatoes, or pierogi for a complete meal. Don’t forget to garnish with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of paprika for an extra touch of color and flavor.

Conclusion

Whether you’re trying to recreate your grandpops kapusta recipe or come up with your own unique variation, these tips will help guide you along the way. Remember to choose the right sauerkraut, experiment with different meats and vegetables, and play around with seasonings to find your perfect combination. Kapusta is a dish that can be enjoyed year-round and is sure to bring a touch of nostalgia and comfort to your dinner table.

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