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

In a 3-1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker, place all ingredients, including reserved sauerkraut liquid, layering in order listed.
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 %

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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!!!!!

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!!!

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.

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!!!

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.

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

OldDouger1947

Aug 26, 2018

Call it Ralphie Pie from Shitzenslavia - I can't wait to tuck into this one! I'm sitting here drooling.

grannytina1 272961 6

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!

rac7431 2877525

Apr 20, 2018

Grannytina......re read the recipe. It says COOKED bacon. Not raw.

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?

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!

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!

bmoore 2322798

Feb 12, 2014

added potatoes, carrots, and an extra apple, and celery, it is good

cleaninglady0404 9 809918

Jan 27, 2014

didnt think it was to good wont be making it again

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!

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.

jim3decker 1050734

Jan 16, 2014

Can you cook this recipe on top of the stove if you don't have a slow cooker?

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.

zeena2west

Jan 15, 2014

Recipe looks so good and after reading a few comments, I know I will be making it!

grits6666 9216015

Feb 08, 2013

tried it liked it will be making it again.

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....

rfblake 7433586

Feb 04, 2013

If you really want to make it good add one/quarter head of cabbage.

rfblake 7433586

Apr 11, 2013

I also added two potatoes cut into one half inch squares instead of the cabbage. Came out good also.

grannyblu

Jan 16, 2014

I also add 1/4 head of cabbage and also quarter a couple of potatoes

jos 0544654

Feb 04, 2013

What a great "pantry clearing" recipe! Trying it tonight!

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!

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

razorbacklady2004 6928056

Feb 18, 2012

So, do you drain all the juice from the kraut EXCEPT 2 Tablespoons ?

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

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.