SAUERKRAUT

2 lbs. sauerkraut 1/4 cup brown sugar
4 strips bacon 1 tbls. caraway seeds
1 small onion, chopped 2 bay leaves
1/2 cup water dash of salt & pepper

Rinse and drain sauerkraut. Put in saucepan and cover with cold water, simmer for 30 minutes. Cut uncooked bacon into small pieces. Drain sauerkraut and set aside. Put bacon and onion into saucepan and fry till browned. Add sauerkraut, water, brown sugar, caraway seeds, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer for twenty-five minutes, stirring occasionally. Makes 4 to 6 servings.