Hearty Slow Cooker Beer-Infused Brats are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for gatherings or game day parties. Here’s a simple recipe to make them:
Ingredients:
- 6 to 8 bratwurst sausages
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bottle (12 ounces) beer (such as lager or ale)
- 1 cup chicken or beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Hoagie rolls or bratwurst buns, for serving
- Mustard, sauerkraut, and sliced onions, for topping (optional)
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, heat a little oil over medium-high heat. Brown the bratwurst sausages on all sides, about 5 minutes. This step helps seal in the flavor and gives the sausages a nice color.
- Transfer the browned bratwurst sausages to the slow cooker.
- In the same skillet, add sliced onions and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Deglaze the skillet with beer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Pour the beer mixture into the slow cooker over the bratwurst sausages.
- Add chicken or beef broth, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and caraway seeds (if using) to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours, until the bratwurst sausages are cooked through and tender.
- Once the bratwurst sausages are cooked, you can serve them immediately or keep them warm in the slow cooker until ready to serve.
- Serve the beer-infused brats in hoagie rolls or bratwurst buns. Optionally, top with mustard, sauerkraut, and sliced onions for extra flavor.
- Enjoy your hearty slow cooker beer-infused brats with your favorite sides, such as potato salad, coleslaw, or roasted vegetables.
This recipe is sure to be a hit with family and friends, and the slow cooker makes it incredibly convenient for entertaining. Cheers to delicious, hearty meals!