While Maryland is known for its many iconic foods, there is one traditional food in particular that you may not expect. This versatile dish is notably found on Marylander’s tables during Thanksgiving and some families even believe it brings you good luck for the new year.
Flickr / JaBB Although sauerkraut is known as a traditional German food, it can be found all over the world. From America, to England and China, this fermented dish can be served in a variety of ways.
Flickr / JaBB In Maryland, sauerkraut is often served as a side on Thanksgiving.
Flickr / Steve Wertz A well-known Pennsylvania Dutch way to prepare it is with pork. It is believed that eating sauerkraut on New Year’s Day will bring you luck in the upcoming year. This tradition has spread to Maryland as well.
Flickr / Orbital Joe So whether you simply cook it on a stove top or simmer it in a crock pot, eat it heartily. Your good fortune could very well depend on it.
Do you eat sauerkraut on Thanksgiving or New Year’s Day? How do you prepare it? Feel free to share below!
Flickr / JaBB
Although sauerkraut is known as a traditional German food, it can be found all over the world. From America, to England and China, this fermented dish can be served in a variety of ways.
In Maryland, sauerkraut is often served as a side on Thanksgiving.
Flickr / Steve Wertz
A well-known Pennsylvania Dutch way to prepare it is with pork. It is believed that eating sauerkraut on New Year’s Day will bring you luck in the upcoming year. This tradition has spread to Maryland as well.
Flickr / Orbital Joe
So whether you simply cook it on a stove top or simmer it in a crock pot, eat it heartily. Your good fortune could very well depend on it.
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