Ingredients

  • 4 bacon strips, diced
  • 4 fresh bratwurst links, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 medium tart apple, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 cups frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed
  • 1 can (14 ounces) Bavarian-style sauerkraut, drained

Method

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels. In the drippings, cook and stir bratwurst for 10-12 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Remove with a slotted spoon. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons of drippings. Saute apple and onion in drippings until lightly browned.
  • Stir in the vinegar, brown sugar, mustard, salt, pepper and bratwurst. Cover and cook for 12 minutes. Add potatoes and sauerkraut; cook and stir 12 minutes longer or until heated through. Sprinkle with bacon.