Easy Beer Bratwurst

These rich, savory brats are the perfect treat for your next backyard cookout or tailgate.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 4 hr
• Total Time: 4 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 815 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• ½ teaspoon caraway seeds
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
• 1 Reynolds® Slow Cooker Liner
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) bottle dark German beer
• 1 cup thinly sliced onions
• 6 uncooked bratwurst links
• 6 hoagie buns, split and toasted
• 1 ½ cups shredded lettuce (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Line a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with a Reynolds® Slow Cooker Liner.

Step 2

Add beer, onions, maple syrup, vinegar, caraway seeds, thyme, and Worcestershire sauce to the prepared slow cooker. Stir gently with a rubber spatula to combine. Place bratwurst on top of the mixture in cooker.

Step 3

Cover and cook for 4 hours on high or for 8 hours on low.

Step 4

Serve bratwursts and onions in toasted buns topped with cheese and lettuce, if desired.