kraut fritters

How To Make kraut fritters

• Step 1
  Crumble up the sausage meat and brown in a medium skillet over med-high heat,stirring to break up the meat.
• Step 2
  Drain and place in a large bowl.
• Step 3
  Stir in softened cream cheese, kraut, onions, mustard, bacon, and brown sugar until all is well-mixed.
• Step 4
  Cover and chill in freezer 10-15 minutes.
• Step 5
  Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• Step 6
  Place crushed cheese crackers in a flat shallow dish.
• Step 7
  Roll the sausage ixture into abaout 2" balls, then roll in cracker crumbs to coat well.
• Step 8
  Line 2 medium or one large baking sheet with foil, then spray with cooking spray.
• Step 9
  Place the coated kraut fritter balls on baking sheets, and bake in 350 degree oven for 30-35 minutes until golden brown, turning once during the baking time. When you turn the fritters you may press down to slightly flatten for a flatter fritter.
• Step 10
  Remove from oven and let cool on sheets for 3-4 minutes, then remove to serving plate. Serve warm.
• Step 11
  Optional for dipping: Mix 3 oz softend cream cheese with 1/4 C coarse ground mustard and 2 T honey.
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