Ingredients:

1/2 lb. bacon
2 lbs. beef stew meat
1 large onion chopped
1 green pepper chopped
1 red pepper chopped
1 28 oz. can diced tomatoes
1 14.5 oz. can chicken broth
3 large potatoes peeled and cubed
1 1/2 lbs. sauerkraut rinsed and drained
2 T. paprika
1 t. caraway seed
salt and pepper to taste
sour cream (optional)

Methods:

Brown bacon, onion and peppers in a large frying pan until peppers are tender.Transfer to crock pot, reserving the drippings.Brown beef quickly in drippings, until brown.Add to crock pot.Add tomatoes,broth,potatoes,sauerkraut and spices to crock pot. Cook for 8 -10 hours or until meat and potatoes are tender.Top with a dollop of sour cream if desired,when served.