Best Cheesy Kraut Bratwursts Recipes

THE ULTIMATE CHEESY AND SPICY REUBEN BRATS

Steps:

• Prepare a grill for medium-high heat on one side and low heat on the other side.
• Prepare the brat hot tub: In a 12-by-10-inch aluminum roasting pan, combine the hard cider, butter and onions. Place on the hot side of the grill.
• Grill the brats on the cool side of the grill with the lid closed until the internal temperature of the brats reaches 160 degrees F, 12 to 15 minutes per side. Transfer the brats to the brat hot tub, close the grill and simmer for 10 to 15 more minutes.
• Put the sauerkraut and caraway seeds in a small flameproof skillet and place directly on the grill until just warmed through, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat, add 1 cup of the 18,000 Island Dressing and toss to combine.
• For assembly: Nestle a bratwurst and a couple slices of the braised onions into each bun. Smother in warm Swiss Cheese Sauce, then top with some of the kraut mixture. Garnish with sliced chives and thin slices of Fresno pepper if using.
• In a food processor, add the mayonnaise, ketchup, jalapenos, Dijon, garlic and some salt. Puree, taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
• Set a medium saucepan over low heat and add the evaporated milk. Toss the Swiss cheese and cornstarch together in a bowl until totally coated. Whisk the Swiss and American cheese into the saucepan and heat, stirring constantly, until the cheese is completely melted, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

CHEESY BRATWURST AND SAUERKRAUT--5 INGREDIENTS

Steps:

• Heat your skillet to medium. Add 1/2 cup of beer and 5 bratwurst. Cover and cook for 10 minutes; turn the brats over and cook 10 minutes more.
• When brats are finished, add sauerkraut and mustard stir until blended and heated through.
• Top with grated Swiss cheese while warm.
• Serve with fried potatoes for a delicious meal.

CHEESY BRAT CASSEROLE

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine brats, 2 cups cheese and the rest of the ingredients.
• Spread into a greased shallow 9x13 baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
• Cover with foil and bake at 350 for 45 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes more.

CHEESY BRATWURST AND BEER SOUP

Steps:

• Saute onion, celery, and carrot in olive oil in a large pot for 15 miutes, stirring occasionally.
• Sprinkle the flour over the veggies and let cook for a minute.
• Add the potatoes, stock, and beer and bring to a boil.
• Cook 15 minutes or so, until potatoes become tender.
• Add the spices and seasonings, milk and Worcestershire sauce.
• Remove from heat and stir in the cheese until it is melted.
• Ladle out about 2 cups of the veggies from the soup and puree them, and then pour them back inches.
• Turn the heat back on to low.
• Stir in the bratwurst and allow it to warm through.

BRATWURST AND SAUERKRAUT CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°. I put mine in the crockpot.
• Drain and rinse sauerkraut in a colander.
• Mix with all the ingredients in a bowl and pour into large casserole dish (or put in crockpot) Cover and bake for 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours.
• Or let cook in crockpot on low for several hours until potatoes are tender. I usually add 1 can of water and mix well. Add more water accordingly throughout the day.
• I let mine cook all day on low.
• You can also try substituting the brown sugar with applesauce and apple chunks (1/2 cup each) for color and texture.
• I also use the Bavarian kraut--this gives this dish a sweeter flavor--even my kids like it.

CHEESY BRATWURST

Steps:

• Place potatoes and 1 cup water in a deep skillet or large saucepan; cook for 15 minutes or until almost tender. Drain and set aside. , In the same pan, brown bratwurst; add soup, beans, onion, potatoes and remaining water. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Stir in cheese; heat until melted.