Pork & Sauerkraut

Pork & Sauerkraut

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Pork and sauerkraut is a time-honored New Year's Eve tradition, believed to bring good luck (you might also want to consider pairing it with some black-eyed peas!). However, there's no need to limit yourself to enjoying this delicious dish only on New Year's Eve. It's a delightful meal that can be savored throughout the entire year!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine world cuisine
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 (3-lb.) pork tenderloin
  • Kosher salt 
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 tbsp. butter
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp. packed brown sugar
  • 1 c. beer or cider
  • 1 large tart apple, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp. caraway seeds, optional
  • 1 lb. sauerkraut, drained

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Season pork liberally with salt and pepper. In a large dutch oven over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add pork and sear on all sides until golden all over, about 8 minutes. Set aside. 
  • Add butter and let melt. Add onion and apples and cook until starting to soften, about 4 minutes. Stir in sauerkraut, brown sugar, beer, and caraway seeds. Bring mixture to a simmer then place seared pork on top. 
  • Cover pot then transfer to oven and bake until pork reaches internal temperature of 160°, about 45 minutes.
Keyword Pork & Sauerkraut
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