Oktoberfest Bratwurst & Sauerkraut Sausages

Prep Steps

• 1 large onion, thinly {do:slice}
• 2 cups sauerkraut {do:drain}

Brown the Brats

In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, add...

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 6 uncooked bratwurst sausages

Brown on all sides, then set aside. They don't need to cook through yet.

Caramelize the Onion

In the same pan, add...

• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp butter

Lower the heat to medium and cook, stirring often, until caramelized, 6–8 minutes.

Simmer

Stir in...

• 16 oz German lager or amber beer
• 2 cups sauerkraut, drained
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 tsp caraway seeds

Season with salt and pepper, return the brats to the pan, and simmer on medium-low until cooked through, 30–40 minutes. Remove the bay leaf.

Serve

Pile the brats and kraut into...

• 6 large sausage buns
• 1/4 cup dijon mustard