Uber-Braten Kielbasa and Sauerkraut Casserole

A true German/Polish dish that is simply 'Delish'! I sometimes use Swiss cheese in place of the Cheddar, which is a good switch as well! This is a casserole that is very inexpensive, simple and quick to make - and not to mention leftovers are the best the next day as well!!

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 771 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 cups milk
• ⅓ cup butter
• ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup dry bread crumbs
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• ¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 cups sauerkraut, drained
• ½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
• 1 (16 ounce) package kielbasa sausage, cubed
• 1 (12 ounce) package kluski (egg) noodles

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook kluski noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Whisk in flour, dry mustard, and black pepper; cook until smooth, about 2 minutes. Whisk in milk, a little at a time, and bring white sauce to a boil. Cook for 1 minute, whisking constantly, to make a smooth, thick sauce. Whisk 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese into sauce until melted.

Step 4

Stir kluski noodles, sauerkraut, and kielbasa sausage into the sauce and transfer to a 3-quart casserole dish. Mix bread crumbs with 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese in a bowl and sprinkle over the casserole.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is heated through, about 20 minutes.