Beer Braised Bratwurst With Sauerkraut

Ingredients

• 12 ounces beer
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 8 bratwursts
• 5 bacon, slices chopped
• 2 onions, sliced
• 1 lb sauerkraut, drained
• 1 tablespoon caraway seed (optional)
• 2 carrots, shredded
• 2 granny smith apples, cut into matchsticks

Directions

1. 1

   In a saucepan, simmer bratwurst in beer and chicken broth for about 10 minutes; reserve both liquid and sausages, separately.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat for 6 minutes; transfer bacon pieces to a plate.

3. 3

   Add onions to bacon drippings and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Add reserved liquid from bratwurst and cook, over medium high heat, until mostly evaporated, about 8 minutes.

5. 5

   Add the sauerkraut, carrots, bacon, and bratwurst, cover and heat through; stir in apples and serve.