Sauerkraut Soup

Brown the sausage slices in a soup pot until their edges color, then set a few aside for garnish.

Soften onion and carrot in the pot, scraping up the browned bits from the sausage.

Add sauerkraut, potatoes, bay leaf, caraway, and broth, then simmer until the potatoes are tender.

Return the sausage to the soup and cook a few minutes longer so the flavors settle.

Season to taste and serve with parsley and a small drizzle of paprika oil or melted butter.