Beer Brats With Cabbage Kraut - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lbs bratwursts (about 10 links)
1 cabbage, shredded
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon fennel seed
1 tablespoon mustard seeds
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon salt
1 (28 ounce) can new potatoes, drained
12 ounces lager beer

Preparation

Preheat oven to 400\u00b0F Place bratwursts on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake for 30-40 minutes or until cooked thru.
Meanwhile, In a large pot, on medium heat, add 2 cups water, the cabbage, vinegar, fennel and mustard seed, bay leaf, and salt. Simmer about 45 minutes till cabbage is soft.
Add the cooked brats, potatoes, and beer. Season with more salt if desired. Simmer 10-15 minutes.
Serve with dijon mustard, a hearty loaf of rye bread and butter, and cold beer.