Beer-Bathed Brats With Sauerkraut and Apples

Ingredients

• 6 fresh bratwursts (preferably Johnsonville)
• 1 small yellow onion
• 1 small granny smith apple
• 1/2 lb sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
• 12 ounces beer, at room temperature
• 3 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
• 1 teaspoon caraway seed (optional)
• 6 hot dog buns

Directions

1. 1

   In a heavy-duty foil pan, arrange the bratwurst in a single layer.

2. 2

   Trim the ends from the onion.

3. 3

   Cut the onion in half lengthwise, then cut each half lengthwise into 1/8-inch slices. Core and quarter the apple, and cut lengthwise into 1/8-inch slices.

4. 4

   Scatter the onions, apples and sauerkraut over the bratwurst.

5. 5

   In a medium bowl, mix the beer, mustard, and the caraway seeds, if using.

6. 6

   Add the beer mixture to the pan.

7. 7

   Grill over Direct Medium heat for about 20 minutes, turning the bratwurst 2 or 3 times.

8. 8

   Remove the bratwurst from the pan but leave the pan where it is to continue to cook the sauerkraut mixture.

9. 9

   Grill the bratwurst over Direct Medium heat until nicely browned, 2 to 3 minutes, turning once.

10. 10

    Serve the bratwurst in hot dog buns with the sauerkraut mixture.

11. 11

    Serve more mustard on top, if desired.