Midwestern-Style Beer Brats

Ingredients

• 6 bratwursts
• 6 cups lager beer
• 2 large onions, sliced, divided
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 6 bratwurst buns or hoagie rolls, split lengthwise
• mustard

Directions

1. 1

   Prick the bratwurst all over with a fork.

2. 2

   In a medium pot, combine the bratwurst, beer, and half the onions. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Simmer for about 15 minutes or until bratwurst are firm and cooked through.

3. 3

   Transfer the bratwurst to a plate.

4. 4

   Reserve some of the cooking liquid.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the remaining onions and the bell peppers. Cook about 15 minutes or until very soft, tossing occasionally.

6. 6

   Add the bratwurst to the skillet in the last 5 minutes of cooking to lightly brown. If the vegetables begin to get too dark, add a few tablespoons of the bratwurst cooking liquid. Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper.

7. 7

   To serve, spread each bun with mustard. Fill each bun with a brat. Top with sauteed peppers and onions.