GERMAN BRATWURST

German Bratwurst image

The bacon for this recipe can be used in the Sauerkraut Mashed Potatoes recipe included in this German meal. And what a tasty use for bacon drippings! The tangy mustard and brown sugar make this quick-and-easy German Bratwurst recipe from the Test Kitchen something special.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

4 bacon strips, diced
5 uncooked bratwurst links
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon white wine or additional chicken broth
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/8 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels (save for another use). Drain, reserving 4 tablespoons drippings. In the drippings, cook bratwurst for 10-15 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm. Drain skillet. , In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and broth until smooth; set aside. Add the mustard, brown sugar, wine, vinegar and celery seed to skillet; cook and stir over medium heat until mixture is hot and bubbly., Gradually add cornstarch mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Return bratwurst to the pan; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes longer or until glazed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 37g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 1046mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 14g protein.