Bratwurst And Sauerkraut Sandwiches

Total Time: 50 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 40 mins

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 6 fresh bratwursts
• 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
• 1 medium tart apple, such as granny smith, cored and cut into small chunks
• 1 lb raw sauerkraut, drained
• 1 (12 ounce) bottle dark beer
• pepper
• 1 teaspoon caraway seed
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• 6 large hot dog buns
• gourmet mustard (such as dijon or english)

Recipe

• 1 heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat.
• 2 add the butter, then the brats.
• 3 brown on all sides, then remove and set aside.
• 4 reduce heat to medium.
• 5 add the onions and sauté until lightly browned, about 10 minutes, stirring often.
• 6 add the apples and toss until lightly golden.
• 7 add the sauerkraut, brats and beer.
• 8 stir in the caraway, thyme and pepper along with the water.
• 9 cover and simmer over medium-low heat until the brats are cooked through and the sauerkraut is tender, about 30 minutes.
• 10 if necessary, remove the lid and cook further to remove excess moisture.
• 11 to serve, spread mustard in each roll.
• 12 add a brat and top with some sauerkraut.