Instant Pot Sauerkraut Soup with Sausage

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Emeril Lagasse's sauerkraut soup with sausage has been one of my favorites for years. While it is not hard to make on the stovetop, it does take an hour and a half. This is my adaptation for the Instant Pot. Serve with crusty bread, if desired.

Submitted by Soup Loving Nicole
Updated on February 16, 2023
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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 12 ounces smoked sausage, chopped

  • 1 large onion, chopped

  • 2 ribs celery, sliced

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves only

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans sauerkraut, drained

  • 1 pound red potatoes, cubed

  • 5 cups chicken broth

  • 6 fluid ounces hard apple cider

Directions

  1. Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Add sausage and cook until caramelized and fat is rendered, about 4 minutes. Add onion, celery, garlic, thyme leaves, and pepper. Cook for 3 more minutes. Cancel Saute mode.

  2. Add sauerkraut, potatoes, chicken broth, and hard cider to the pot. Close and lock the lid. Select High pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.

  3. Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

361 Calories
19g Fat
29g Carbs
18g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 361
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g 24%
Saturated Fat 7g 33%
Cholesterol 44mg 15%
Sodium 2742mg 119%
Total Carbohydrate 29g 11%
Dietary Fiber 8g 28%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 18g 35%
Vitamin C 53mg 59%
Calcium 140mg 11%
Iron 6mg 32%
Potassium 951mg 20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.