Cider-Glazed Brats

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No more boring brats! My sweet cider glaze with apples and onions makes them extra special.

Contributed by: Arlene Cummings
www.cookingwithsugar.com

My dad is just a huge fan of brats, fresh or smoked. Most of the time, we grill them, But there are times during the year when that just isn’t possible. There is no need to go without that wonderful smoky flavor just because you can’t fire up the BBQ. I brown brats in a frying pan on the stove, and they are terrific!

This recipe is great for game day or just an easy weekend dinner. The sweet cider cooks down to an amazing syrup that glazes the apples and onions, providing the right ying to the brats’ yang. Serve them up on a big hoagie roll or on their own with a side of potato salad, and you have an instant twist on the old boring brat.

Fresh brats work well with this recipe too. Just be sure to adjust your cooking time according to the packaging.

I like to start by sautéing the onions, and then browning the brats in the onions. Once that is complete, I remove the brats and add the rest of the ingredients. Let the cider cook down to a rich glaze.

Cider Glazed Brats

I like brats served on a roll with some spicy mustard to balance the glaze. This combination gives you the sweet, salty and spicy flavor that makes any dish sing.