Ingredients
6 bacon strips, chopped1 large onion, chopped1 medium apple, peeled and thinly sliced2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained3 tablespoons spicy brown mustard1 tablespoon brown sugar12 uncooked bratwurst links1 bottle (12 ounces) dark beer12 hoagie buns, split
Preparation
In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
Cook and stir onion in bacon drippings until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 15-20 minutes or until deep golden brown, stirring occasionally. Add apple and garlic; cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in sauerkraut, mustard, brown sugar and cooked bacon.
Transfer to a 13x9-in. disposable foil pan. Arrange bratwurst over top. Pour beer over bratwurst. Place pan on grill rack over medium heat; cook, covered, 30-35 minutes or until sausages are no longer pink. Remove pan from heat.
Remove bratwurst and return to grill. Grill, covered, 2-3 minutes on each side or until browned. Serve on buns with sauerkraut mixture.
