Shelly's Recipe

BEER BRATS

Category: Sandwiches I

3 (12 oz) cans beer or 4 1/2 cups water
3 large onions, thinly sliced and separated into rings
1 tbsp hot pepper sauce
2-3 tsp celery salt and pepper
1 tsp chili powder
15 fresh bratwurst links
Buns, split

In a Dutch oven, combine first 7 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Add brats and reduce heat to a simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until brats are firm and cooked. Drain, reserving onions. Serve brats on buns with onions and mustard.

NOTE: Brats can be refrigerated or frozen ahead, then broiled or grilled 4-5 minutes or until browned, turning once.