Cast Iron cooking, Sauerkraut and kielbasa.

Ingredients

• 1 lb Kielbasa (sliced into 1/4‑inch pieces)
• 2 cups Sauerkraut (drained well)
• 1 cup Cornmeal (fine or medium grind)
• 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 1 tsp Baking Powder
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1 cup Milk (can use buttermilk for richer flavor)
• 1 Egg (large, beaten)
• 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil (for frying and cornbread batter)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat while you prepare the ingredients.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

2. Slice Kielbasa

   Using a chef's knife, slice the kielbasa into roughly 1/4‑inch thick rounds.

   Time: PT5M

3. Drain Sauerkraut

   Place the sauerkraut in a fine mesh strainer and press or shake to remove as much liquid as possible.

   Time: PT5M

4. Mix Cornbread Batter

   In a mixing bowl combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate cup whisk milk, egg, and oil, then pour into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

   Time: PT10M

5. Fry Kielbasa

   Heat 1 tbsp oil in the cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and fry, stirring occasionally, until the edges are browned, about 8‑10 minutes.

   Time: PT10M

6. Add Sauerkraut

   Add the drained sauerkraut to the skillet with the kielbasa. Stir and cook for another 5‑8 minutes until the mixture is heated through and the bottom gets a light crisp.

   Time: PT8M

7. Bake Cornbread

   If using a separate small baking pan, pour the cornbread batter into the greased pan and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 400°F

8. Broil for Finish (Optional)

   Switch the oven to broil and cook the cornbread for 1‑2 minutes to crisp the top, watching closely to avoid burning.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: broil

9. Rest and Serve

   Remove the skillet and cornbread from the oven. Let the cornbread rest 5 minutes, then slice and serve alongside the kielbasa‑sauerkraut mixture.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

520

Protein

22 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

28 g

Fiber

5 g