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Braised Bratwurst - Jalapeno and Cheese Brat

Beer-Braised Bratwurst with Mashed Potatoes & Caramelized Onions

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Ingredients

  • Bratwurst
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Large onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 330ml ( 1 Bottle) lager or amber beer
  • 1 Cup Beef or Vegetable broth
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
  • 4 Large potatoes, peeled & cubed
  • 3 tbsp Butter
  • 1/2 Cup Warm Milk

Instructions

  • Heat butter and oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Add bratwursts and brown on all sides (about 5 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, add sliced onions and cook until soft and golden (about 10 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Pour in the beer, broth, mustard, and caraway seeds. Stir and bring to a simmer.
  • Return bratwursts to the pan, cover, and let simmer on low heat for 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally.
  • Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes).
  • Drain and mash with butter and warm milk. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a pan over medium-low heat, melt butter. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt.
  • Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes until deep golden brown.
  • Stir in brown sugar and balsamic vinegar (if using). Cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Assemble and serve!
    Spoon mashed potatoes onto plates. Top with bratwurst and beer-braised onions. Garnish with caramelized onions and drizzle some of the beer sauce over everything.