Indulge in the delectable flavors of Sarasota's Crockpot Beer Bratwurst and Veggies, a harmonious blend of savory and hearty ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds. This culinary journey begins with plump and juicy bratwursts, expertly browned in a skillet to lock in their succulent flavors. Plump mushrooms, crisp bell peppers, and tender onions join the bratwursts in a flavorful dance, sautéed until they reach a perfect balance of tenderness and caramelization. The stage is then set for the introduction of the star ingredient: beer. A generous pour of your favorite brew infuses the dish with a rich, malty depth, while a medley of spices - garlic, thyme, and paprika - adds a symphony of aromatic layers. Finally, a slow and gentle simmer in the crockpot allows all the elements to meld and harmonize, resulting in a dish that is both comforting and utterly irresistible. Along with the main recipe, this article also presents enticing variations to cater to diverse palates. For those who prefer a vegetarian twist, the crockpot veggie bratwurst and veggies offer a delightful meatless alternative, while the slow cooker beer brats with sauerkraut and apples provides a tangy and slightly sweet rendition. And for those who crave a kick of heat, the spicy crockpot beer brats pack a flavorful punch that is sure to ignite your senses.
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SARASOTA'S SO-CALLED CROCKPOT BEER BRATWURST & VEGGIES
This is nothing fancy and just true comfort food. A family style platter of slow cooked carrots, onions, potatoes, bratwurst and sauerkraut, all braised in a beer broth. The crock pot works great for this or you can use any oven proof pot as well. Just a little chopping, a bottle of beer, some seasoning and you are set. Before serving, I do like to take a little of the cooking liquid, cool for a few minutes and add some sour cream, horseradish, and stone ground mustard to make a great warm sauce for the brats and vegetables.
Provided by SarasotaCook
Time 6h10m
Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Chop -- Simply cut the brats in 3 pieces each on a angle. Carrots, peel, again chop on a angle (I just like how it looks) in about 2" pieces. Onion, I use 2 large onions, rough chopped. Potatoes, small ones I leave whole, if they are large I will cut in half. Not too small or they get mushy.
- Crockpot -- Brats on the bottom with the carrots, then onions and topped with potatoes. Top all that with the sauerkraut.
- Sauce -- In a small bowl or measuring cup, add the butter and melt in the microwave for 10 seconds, remove and then add in the beer, mustard, bay leaf, 1 teaspoon black pepper and garlic. Pour over the brats and vegetables. Lay 3 springs of thyme right on top of the sauerkraut.
- Cook -- Crockpot - low 6-8 hours. My crock pot takes 7 hours, but every crockpot is different. You just want the potatoes and carrots to be tender. The brats will easily be done. Right at the end of cooking, check for seasoning. No salt was added, but the sauerkraut even though it was rinsed can be salty, so go easy. Besides you are serving a sauce with this dish which also has seasoning.
- Sauce -- This is a great compliment to this dish. You can always just serve it with some mustard, but I love this sauce served on each persons plate in a small side bowl for dipping or for pouring over the vegetables. It is similar to the consistency of gravy.
- Remove the cooking liquid to let it cool slightly before you add it to the sour cream so it does not break the sour cream. It will cool in just a few minutes. In a small bowl add the sour cream, horseradish, mustard, salt and pepper. It is a nice creamy spicy sauce to serve with the brats and vegetables. My Mom always adds more mustard to her portion, so just go by taste. I happen to love my horseradish sauce, so -- each person is unique in their own taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 832.6, Fat 37.8, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 92.6, Sodium 1244.1, Carbohydrate 94.7, Fiber 11, Sugar 8.7, Protein 26
WISCONSIN SLOW COOKER BRATS
These are the best and easiest brats you'll ever taste.
Provided by Ly
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Sausage
Time 4h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place bratwurst, beer, onion, and ketchup in a slow cooker. Pour water over mixture until everything is covered. Set slow cooker to HIGH and cook for 4 hours.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.
- Grill bratwurst on preheated grill until they are browned, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 69.2 mg, Fat 27.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 1046.2 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
SLOW-COOKER BEER BRATS
Make your next backyard barbecue easier than ever by serving up delicious, slow-cooker bratwurst.
Provided by By Corey Valley
Categories Entree
Time 4h15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook bratwurst over medium-high heat, turning frequently, just until outsides are brown. Place in 5- to 6-quart slow cooker.
- Top with onion slices, garlic, butter, salt and pepper. Pour in beer.
- Cover and cook on High heat setting 4 hours or Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours.
- Serve with sauerkraut and mustard.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 950 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g
SLOW-COOKER BRATWURST WITH SAUERKRAUT & POTATOES RECIPE - (3.9/5)
Provided by ltrodrigu
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker, mix together the potatoes, sauerkraut, onion, broth, wine, caraway seeds, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Nestle the bratwurst in the vegetables. Cover and cook until the potatoes are tender, on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours (this will shorten total recipe time). Sprinkle the bratwurst, potatoes, and sauerkraut with the parsley and serve with the toast, butter, and mustard.
SAUERBRATS THE SLOW COOKER WAY
This is my version of Brats and Sauerkraut. The slow cooker makes it very easy to throw together on the morning and then get all my errands done on a weekend day without having to worry about making time to cook a delicious dinner for the family. All the ingredients could be prepped the night before to make it even easier to throw it together in the morning. I used 2 slices of green pepper, 2 slices of red bell pepper and 2 slices of yellow bell pepper rather than using all one color because I had them on hand after having leftover toppings from homemade pizza night, and I thought the different colors would give the meal more visual appeal. I used to hate sauerkraut as a kid, but my mother never rinsed it, which made it taste very sour. I find that rinsing the kraut takes away some of the sourness but still leaves a lot flavor. Italian sausage can be substituted for the brats.
Provided by DbKnadler
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 6h10m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Add all ingredients to the slow cooker placing the brats on the bottom and everything else on top of them.
- Cook on low setting for 6-8 hours.
- Serve on buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 836.5, Fat 53.5, SaturatedFat 18.2, Cholesterol 125.8, Sodium 2423.4, Carbohydrate 54.4, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 8.4, Protein 32.7
SLOW-COOKER GERMAN BRATWURST
I created this Old World favorite from a dish I had during my travels. The flavorful entree is perfect for weeknights or special occasions. I like to serve this slow-cooker bratwurst with pasta. —Gerald Hetrick, Erie, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h15m
Yield 15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In batches, in a large nonstick skillet, brown bratwursts over medium-high heat. Transfer to a 7-qt. slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients., Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until a thermometer inserted in sausage reads at least 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calories, Fat 35g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 1424mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
Tips:
- Use a slow cooker with a capacity of at least 6 quarts.
- Choose bratwurst that are fully cooked and smoked for the best flavor.
- If you are using fresh vegetables, cut them into bite-sized pieces before adding them to the slow cooker.
- Add enough liquid to the slow cooker so that the bratwurst and vegetables are submerged.
- Cook the bratwurst and vegetables on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Serve the bratwurst and vegetables with your favorite toppings, such as sauerkraut, mustard, or ketchup.
Conclusion:
Sarasota's so-called Crockpot Beer Bratwurst and Veggies is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a party or potluck. The bratwurst and vegetables are cooked in a flavorful beer broth, and the result is a tender and juicy dish that is sure to please everyone. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious meal that will be the hit of your next gathering.
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