Sarasota's So Called Crockpot Beer Bratwurst Veggies

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with "Sarasota's So Called Crockpot Beer Bratwurst Veggies," a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for comfort food lovers. This slow-cooked treasure combines juicy bratwurst sausages with a medley of tender vegetables, including russet potatoes, carrots, and vibrant bell peppers, all infused with rich, savory notes from a lager or ale-based sauce. Enhanced with Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of brown sugar, the dish achieves a perfect balance of tangy sweetness and depth. Fresh thyme and parsley add an aromatic finish while the crockpot does all the work, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or craving a cozy family meal, this recipe is the answer to irresistible, hassle-free cooking. Keywords: crockpot beer bratwurst, slow-cooked vegetables, hearty dinner recipe, comfort food, easy family meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Bratwurst sausages
• 1 large, sliced Yellow onion
• 1 large, sliced Red bell pepper
• 1 large, sliced Green bell pepper
• 4 medium, diced Russet potatoes
• 3 medium, sliced Carrots
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 12 ounces Beer (lager or ale)
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the bratwursts and brown them for 2-3 minutes per side, then remove and set aside.

Step 2

In the same skillet, add the sliced onions, bell peppers, and garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened and aromatic.

Step 3

Layer the diced potatoes and sliced carrots at the bottom of your crockpot.

Step 4

Place the browned bratwursts on top of the potatoes and carrots.

Step 5

Add the sautéed onion, bell peppers, and garlic mixture over the bratwursts.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, whisk together the beer, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Pour the beer mixture over the ingredients in the crockpot.

Step 8

Add the fresh thyme sprigs on top for additional flavor.

Step 9

Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until the vegetables are tender and the bratwursts are fully cooked.

Step 10

Remove the thyme sprigs before serving and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy your hearty crockpot meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2539.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3061.3

Total Fat 181.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 446.0mg	0%
Sodium 8057.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 247.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.5g	0%
Total Sugars 47.3g
Protein 105.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 404.2mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 7147.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.6%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 32.5%