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Hunter's Stew

- SERVES
- 5
- COOK TIME
- 6 Hr
Our Test Kitchen's easy take on this old world classic Polish Hunter's Stew is sure to stick to your ribs on a chilly night. Made in a slow cooker, it can't get any easier than this!
What You'll Need
- 2 pounds smoked Polish sausage (like kielbasa), diagonally cut into 1-inch slices
- 1 large cooking apple, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 (30-ounce) package fresh sauerkraut, with 2 tablespoons liquid reserved
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 (14-1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
What to Do
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In a 3-1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker, place all ingredients, including reserved sauerkraut liquid, layering in order listed.
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Cover and cook on LOW setting 6 to 7 hours.
Notes
We'd like to suggest that you top off this hearty meal with our easy and delicious babka...Mmmm!
Nutritional InformationShow More
Servings Per Recipe: 5
- Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
- Calories 391
- Calories from Fat 166
- Total Fat 18g 28 %
- Saturated Fat 5.6g 28 %
- Trans Fat 0.0g 0 %
- Protein 34g 67 %
- Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
- Cholesterol 103mg 34 %
- Sodium 2,996mg 125 %
- Total Carbohydrates 26g 9 %
- Dietary Fiber 10g 41 %
- Sugars 12g 0 %
Alexriri
Mar 23, 2019
I just made this and it is delicious. I hate to read other people's reviews when they put a recipe down like some do. I enjoyed making this and eating it!!!!!
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rac7431 2877525
Dec 17, 2018
AH HA! My REAL Polish kielbasa arrived from Cleveland two days ago!!!! I also have some sent to grandson in Tenn. and my son in Tenn. Also to son in Florida and of course , MINE. Can't wait for new years day to fix it!!!
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grgores 0943521
Dec 16, 2018
This is a mere shadow of real Polish Hunter's Stew - to see the impressive authentic recipe, look under "Bigos" - there' lot more to it.
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rac7431 2877525
Nov 03, 2016
When I fix kielbasa and sauerkraut I ALWAYS add a couple of bay leaves!! I also use the REAL thing made by a Polish meat market in Cleveland. Azman'z meats!!!
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Dendy2
Oct 05, 2015
This is NOT what we in Tenn. would ever call a Hunter Stew. It has too much of a German accent to it. My Hunter Stew is my husband's Boy Scout recipe adapted for a kitchen instead of a camp fire. It uses tenderized beef steak, potatoes, celery, carrots, and onions. Bacon strips line the bottom of the aluminum foil, followed by the beef, then the chopped veggies. All are seasoned with salt and pepper and garlic powder and seasoned salt (Whatever you like.) It is then topped with bacon strips, and the foil packet is sealed tightly. Pop in pre-heated 350 degree oven for 1 1/2 hrs.
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Member 2972460
Oct 06, 2015
this is a "Hunter's Stew" that was developed In Poland before there was a U.S. and was developed in other countries as far back as the 1500 or 1600s
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OldDouger1947
Aug 26, 2018
Call it Ralphie Pie from Shitzenslavia - I can't wait to tuck into this one! I'm sitting here drooling.
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grannytina1 2729616
Oct 30, 2017
While your recipe sounds pretty good I don't think I would like raw bacon cooking under and over my ingredients would come out limp and slick and pretty yucky... this a Polish recipe not a Tennessee or Boy Scout recipe and does not even resemble this Hunter's Stew I will stick to this one!
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rac7431 2877525
Apr 20, 2018
Grannytina......re read the recipe. It says COOKED bacon. Not raw.
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Bby
Oct 24, 2014
Here is what you had: 2 pounds smoked Polish sausage (like kielbasa), diagonally cut into 1-inch slices 1 large cooking apple, peeled, cored, and sliced 1 (30-ounce) package fresh sauerkraut, with 2 tablespoons liquid reserved 1 onion, chopped 1 (14-1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled Why did you reserved 2 tablespoons liquid when you just poured it back in?
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Test Kitchen Team
Oct 27, 2014
Good question! Because when you drain the liquid from the sauerkraut, it's more than 2 tablespoons and if you put all of it in, the recipe will be too soupy. Thanks for your question!
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DieDeutsche
Feb 12, 2014
I used 1 lb of sausage and 1 lb of beef (cubed like goulash meat)and added 1 potato.. It was very,very good, will definetely cook it again!
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bmoore 2322798
Feb 12, 2014
added potatoes, carrots, and an extra apple, and celery, it is good
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cleaninglady0404 9809918
Jan 27, 2014
didnt think it was to good wont be making it again
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patsbridal 8106291
Jan 16, 2014
I made this tonight, adding 2 potatoes peeled and chopped. This was delicious. I will be adding this to my, you can cook this again list!
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Old Ford Truck
Jan 16, 2014
Used half head of fresh cabbage, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar and 1 finely chopped jalapeno. Serve it with fresh from the oven corn bread and it makes a great meal.
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jim3decker 1050734
Jan 16, 2014
Can you cook this recipe on top of the stove if you don't have a slow cooker?
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Test Kitchen Team
Jan 16, 2014
Yes, you could cook this on top of the stove. We havent tested it, but it would probably cook for 30 -35 minutes on low heat.
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zeena2west
Jan 15, 2014
Recipe looks so good and after reading a few comments, I know I will be making it!
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grits6666 9216015
Feb 08, 2013
tried it liked it will be making it again.
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msannep50 0294264
Feb 07, 2013
This has been a family favorite for many years (a few generations) but we have always added carrots. I've made this with the mini carrots for years. Nice to see a version online. Thanks....
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rfblake 7433586
Feb 04, 2013
If you really want to make it good add one/quarter head of cabbage.
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rfblake 7433586
Apr 11, 2013
I also added two potatoes cut into one half inch squares instead of the cabbage. Came out good also.
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grannyblu
Jan 16, 2014
I also add 1/4 head of cabbage and also quarter a couple of potatoes
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jos 0544654
Feb 04, 2013
What a great "pantry clearing" recipe! Trying it tonight!
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hnd7bskrvi11e
Feb 04, 2013
Great recipe! You can give it a German flair by draining the kraut, rinsing an draining again. Add a few caraway seeds and some cracked Juniper berries...Ooh! Es schmeckt so gut!
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grannyblu
Jan 16, 2014
Do not drain ir rinse the sauerkraut IF you do u will lose all the flavor you can add a chicken cube and 1 small chopped onion can use 1 or 2 apples or 1/2 cup applesauce or even apple juice one of this little boxes can also add a little carawy seed if you like
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razorbacklady2004 6928056
Feb 18, 2012
So, do you drain all the juice from the kraut EXCEPT 2 Tablespoons ?
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grannyblu
Feb 04, 2013
Yes you keep 2 tablespoons of the juice but I keep at least half the juice as we ilke the extra flavor it is all persnalk preference you can also add some chickenn broth instead of extra juice and quarter a few potatoes
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dlita13 5413221
Feb 18, 2012
So you add the 2 tbsps of reserved kraut juice - did you mean to say "drain and reserve 2 tbsps". I know this recipe and understand, but you should proof your recipes and instructions - this site is just too good for unclarity.
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