Drain the 2 pounds refrigerated sauerkraut, rinse with cold water and then then squeeze any excess water out so it's dry. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat the 2 tablespoons vegetable oil over medium-high heat, stirring in the thinly sliced 1 cup sweet onion and 4 thick cut strips bacon Cook, stirring frequently for 4-5 minutes, or until bacon starts to cook. Stir in the minced 4 garlic cloves, sautéing 1 minute.
Add the 1/2 cup chicken broth, 12 ounce Pilsner beer and 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt, stirring well.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes.
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