Saurkraut Salad

1 large can mild sauerkraut
2 quarts water
1 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup green onions, sliced
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
1 small jar pimientos, sliced
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup vinegar
1/2 cup salad oil
Boil water and kraut together 15 minutes.
Drain.
Run cool water over; set aside.
Combine veggies and mix with kraut.
Heat sugar, oil and vinegar until sugar melts.
Mix with kraut.
Chill 24 hours.
Keeps for several weeks.
Good with ham or roast pork. Even better on hamburgers or hot dogs as a relish.
"From Streator Centennial Cook Book 1868 - 1968."
Carol Hill Dickey