Kraut and Dogs 1 pound all-beef hot dogs 2 (14 ounce) cans sauerkraut, drained 3 cups beer 1 large onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery Place kraut and beer in a large saucepan and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes. Add hot dogs, onion and celery. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and then simmer another 20 minutes. To serve, place kraut mixture on heated serving dish and top with hot dogs.