I created this old-world favorite based on a dish I had during my travels. The flavorful entree is perfect for weeknights or special occasions. I like to serve this slow-cooker bratwurst with pasta. —Gerald Hetrick, Erie, Pennsylvania
Slow-Cooker German Bratwurst
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Slow-Cooker German Bratwurst
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
6 hours
Yield
15 servings
Ingredients
- 4 pounds uncooked bratwurst links
- 3 bottles (12 ounces each) German-style beer or 4-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 jar (32 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
- 4 medium Granny Smith apples (about 1-1/4 pounds), cut into wedges
- 1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
- 1-1/2 teaspoons caraway seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions
- In a large nonstick skillet, brown bratwursts over medium-high heat in batches. Transfer to a 7-qt. slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients.
- Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until a thermometer inserted in sausage reads at least 160°.
Nutrition Facts
1 serving: 445 calories, 35g fat (12g saturated fat), 90mg cholesterol, 1424mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein.
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