The new year is almost here — do you have any traditions to start it off on the right foot? The following one has been known around our neighboring state of Pennsylvania for quite some time, and it’s slowly been spreading. You may have heard of some Marylanders eating sauerkraut on Thanksgiving day, but it just may even more beneficial on New Year’s day. Read on for the details — you’ll want to pick up a jar of this stuff for a bit of luck.

Did you know that there are a handful of Marylanders that eat sauerkraut on Thanksgiving? You'll particularly find this tradition in the central area of the state, and now it's being eaten on New Year's day, too.
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Sauerkraut is said to bring good luck, particularly if you eat it to start out the new year.
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It doesn't matter what you eat it with. Sausage makes a perfect pairing...
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...as does any other meat. Many find that pork and sauerkraut is the perfect combination that they love making their annual tradition.
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Thanks to the Pennsylvania Dutch, more Marylanders are now discovering this delectable custom. Whether or not you're superstitious, it's worth trying.
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Good luck to everyone in the new year, and may you all enjoy your feasts on January 1st. Whether it's sauerkraut or crab cakes, we hope your own traditions bring you comfort and joy for the upcoming year.
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Does your family eat sauerkraut on New Year’s day? How about Thanksgiving? Comment your own traditions below, and have a happy holiday, and marvelous new year!

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