Beer Kraut

Directions

1. 1
   Place kraut in Dutch oven.
2. 2
   Add beer to cover.
3. 3
   Add seasonings and V-8 juice.
4. 4
   Cover and simmer 1 hour.
5. 5
   Melt butter in small skillet.
6. 6
   Stir in flour and brown well.
7. 7
   Add 1 cup juice from kraut.
8. 8
   Stir and cook until thickened.
9. 9
   Stir back into kraut.
10. 10
    Add kolbasi.
11. 11
    Simmer covered 1 1/2 to 2 hours more.