Bratwurst and Beer Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 lb apple-smoked bratwurst, cut into 1-inch slices
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
• cooking spray
• 1 cup medium barley
• 12 ounces beer
• 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
• 1/4-1 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon marjoram
• 1 green pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400.

2. 2

   Brown brats, onions and celery over medium heat, stirring occasionally about 5 - 7 minutes until sausage is browned and onions are golden.

3. 3

   Spray 2-qt casserole dish. Put brats in it. Add in everything else except peppers and parsley. Stir well. Cover tightly and bake 30 minute.

4. 4

   Uncover. Stir in peppers. Bake 15 minutes more. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.