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Bigos - Hunter's Stew

Bigos - Hunter's Stew is built on Salt, Beef Broth Bouillon, and Butter Or Margarine. Keep it handy for the next time you cook it.

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Ingredients

• 1/2 tsp
• 11 cup
• 2 tbsp

Method (preview)

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   COOKING - Marianna Olszewska Heberle A harmonious blend of flavors known as the Polish national dish.

2. 2

   Rinse sauerkraut with cold water; drain well. In a large stockpot, combine sauerkraut, ham or pork, bay leaves, mushrooms, peppercorns, allspice and salt.

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   Add 6 cups broth, bouillon or water.

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   Cook, uncovered, 15 minutes over medium heat.

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   Cover and simmer over low heat 45 minutes.

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   Remove meat.

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   Let meat cool.

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   Place cabbage in a large saucepan.

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   Add remaining 5 cups broth, bouillon or water.

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    Bring to boil.

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    Cook, uncovered, over medium heat, 1 hour or until cabbage is tender.

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    Add to sauerkraut mixture.

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    Bone cooked meat.

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    Cut cooked meat into 1/2-inch cubes.

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    Melt butter or margarine in a large skillet.

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    Add cooked meat, smoked sausage and white sausage.

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    Saute over medium heat 10 minutes or until browned.

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    Add to sauerkraut mixture.

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    In same skillet, saute bacon over medium heat until crisp.

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    Drain bacon on paper towels.

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    Add to sauerkraut mixture.

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    Cover; cook over low heat 1 hour or longer.

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    Remove and discard bay leaves.

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    Serve hot.

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    Use only meat with large bones, so bones can be removed easily.

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    In between, store covered in the refrigerator.