Beer Bratwurst

Ingredients

• 6 bratwursts
• 6 cups lager beer
• 2 large onions (sliced and divided)
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 red bell peppers (cored and sliced)
• salt & fresh ground pepper
• 6 bratwurst buns or hoagie rolls (split lengthwise)
• mustard

Directions

1. 1

   Prick bratwurst all over with a fork.

2. 2

   In a medium pot, combine bratwurst, beer and half of the onions. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Simmer about 15 minutes or until bratwurst is firm and cooked through. Transfer bratwurst to a plate. Reserve some of the cooking liquid.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add remaining onions and bell peppers. Cook about 15 minutes or until very soft, tossing occasionally.

4. 4

   Add the bratwurst to skillet in the last 5 minutes of cooking to lightly brown. If the onions and bell peppers begin to get too dark, add a few tablespoons of the bratwurst cooking liquid. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.

5. 5

   To serve, spread each bun with mustard. Fill each bun with a brat. Top with sauteed peppers and onions.