Augustine's Slow Cooker German Bratwurst

The savory, rich flavor of bratwurst is a crowd-pleaser at any family cookout. But with the additional hints of caramel and orange from our Augustine's Orange Amber Ale, this entrée goes above and beyond. Head to the grocery store and get cookin' to enjoy this smokey, hearty meal with your loved ones.

Ingredients

• 4 pounds uncooked bratwurst links

• 3 cans Augustine's Orange Amber Ale

• 1 jar (32 oz) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained

• 4 medium Granny Smith apples (about 1 1/4 pounds), cut into wedges

• 1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced

• 1 1/2 teaspoons caraway seeds

• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

• Hot-dog buns

Directions

1. In a large nonstick skillet, brown bratwursts over medium-high heat in batches. Transfer to 7-qt. slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients.

2. Cook, covered, on low for 6-8 hours or until your meat thermometer reads at least 160º.

3. Toast buns, layer bratwurst, and top with ingredients from the slow cooker.

4. Enjoy!