BRATS WITH SAUERKRAUT

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I've made many variations of this excellent main dish. The bratwurst can be plain, smoked or cheese-flavored, served whole or cut in slices, with a bun or without. It would be popular at a party or potluck.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 6h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

8 uncooked bratwurst links
1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
2 medium apples, peeled and finely chopped
3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon ground mustard
8 brat buns, split

Steps:

Place the bratwurst in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, combine the sauerkraut, apples, bacon, brown sugar, onion and mustard; spoon over bratwurst. , Cover and cook on low until a thermometer inserted in the sausage reads 160°, 6-8 hours. , Place brats in buns; using a slotted spoon, top with sauerkraut mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534 calories, Fat 28g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 1188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein.