Oktoberfest Ribs
For an Oktoberfest fall favorite, try these traditional German-style ribs.

2 pounds pork spareribs
2 32-ounce jars sauerkraut, drained
2 yellow onions
2 tart green apples, cored and wedged
¼ cup brown sugar
8 juniper berries or 1 tablespoon caraway seed (optional)
3 cups water

Layer ingredients into a large Dutch oven in the following order: sauerkraut,
onions, apples, brown sugar (sprinkle evenly over) and ribs. If using juniper
berries or caraway seed, bury them evenly in the sauerkraut layer. Bring to a
boil, lower heat, cover and simmer gently for 2½ -1/2 to 3 hours, until ribs are
very tender.

Servings: 6