Bratwurst & Sauerkraut

Juicy bratwurst simmered in tangy sauerkraut, apples and onions makes for a hearty, special occasion dish. Served with roasted potatoes or stuffed into toasted buns with a spicy mustard, this can be a family dinner or party entrée. This dish is fairly high in sodium and saturated fat but it’s not without health benefits. Sauerkraut is fermented cabbage and the fermentation provides probiotics that can improve gut health. It’s also high in fiber and rich in vitamins and minerals, for example vitamin C, vitamin K, iron, folate, manganese and potassium. Apples and onions are also wonderful sources of disease fighting antioxidants.

Makes: 5 servings
Time to Cook: 45 minutes

Ingredients

· 1 yellow onion

· 1 apple

· 2 cloves garlic

· 19 oz. bratwurst (5 links)

· 24 ounces sauerkraut

· ¼ teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)

· ¼ teaspoon paprika

· ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked pepper

· 1 cup chicken broth

Cooking Instructions

1. Slice the onion and apple and mince the garlic.

2. Heat cooking oil over medium heat in a large deep skillet or wide pot. When the oil is hot, add the bratwurst. Cook on both sides until well browned. Remove the bratwurst from the pan and place on a plate.

3. Add the sliced onions, apples and garlic to the pan and sauté for about 5 minutes or until the onions are soft.

4. Drain the sauerkraut and add it to the skillet, along with the caraway seeds, paprika, pepper and chicken broth. Stir to combine with the apples and onions. Nestle the browned bratwurst down into the sauerkraut.

5. Place a lid on the pan and allow the broth to come to a simmer. Lower the heat and continue to simmer for 20 minutes or until the bratwurst is cooked through. Serve hot.

Nutrition per serving
640 calories; 17 grams protein; 17 grams fat; 8 grams saturated fat; 6 grams monounsaturated fat; 3 grams polyunsaturated fat; 123 grams carbohydrates; 17 grams dietary fiber; 6 grams sugar; 1908 milligrams sodium;

Recipe from Budget Bytes

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