Polish Sauerkraut Soup

Instructions

1. 1. Heat the oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven and sauté the onion for 2-3 minutes over medium heat.
   2. Add the leek, carrot and parsnip and continue to cook for 8-10 minutes until the veggies soften.
   3. Stir in the garlic, caraway seeds, marjoram, allspice, juniper berries and bay leaves and continue to cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
   4. Add the sauerkraut and continue cooking for 1-2 minutes. Next, add a ladle of veggie stock and simmer for 10 minutes.
   5. Add the potatoes and the rest of the stock and simmer on a low heat for 25 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
   6. Season to taste and serve with rye bread or your favourite crusty bread.