Sauerkraut Soup
["1 lb. smoked Polish sausage, cut in 1/2-inch pieces", "5 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed", "2 medium onions, chopped", "2 carrots, cut in 1/4-inch pieces", "3 cans chicken broth", "1 (32 oz.) can sauerkraut, rinsed and drained", "1 can tomato paste"]
["In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine sausage, potatoes, onions, carrots and chicken broth; bring to a boil.", "Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes, until potatoes are tender.", "Add sauerkraut and tomato paste; mix well.", "Return to a boil.", "Reduce heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes longer.", "If a thinner soup is desired, add additional water or chicken broth.", "Yields 8 to 10 servings."]
["sausage", "potatoes", "onions", "carrots", "chicken broth", "sauerkraut", "tomato paste"]