Beer Brats with Beer Cheese Sauce

Beer Brats with Beer Cheese Sauce

Juicy bratwursts topped with creamy beer cheese sauce and bacon

Introduction

Beer Brats with Beer Cheese Sauce are the ultimate crowd-pleasing comfort food. The bratwursts are simmered in beer with sweet Vidalia onions for a rich flavor, then topped with a creamy, cheesy sauce that has just the right kick of horseradish and spices. Crispy bacon and fresh chives finish the dish for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfect for game day, backyard cookouts, or a hearty weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to impress friends and family alike.

Ingredients

For the Brats:

• • 1 package (5 count) bratwursts
  • 1 bottle of your favorite beer (12–16 oz / 355–473 ml)
  • 1 sweet Vidalia onion, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon butter (14 g / 0.5 oz)

For the Beer Cheese Sauce:

• • 1 tablespoon butter (14 g / 0.5 oz)
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (8 g / 0.28 oz)
  • 1/2 cup milk (120 ml / 4 fl oz)
  • 1/4 cup beer (60 ml / 2 fl oz)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (113 g / 4 oz)
  • 1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Additional Ingredients / Garnish:

• • 5 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon fresh minced chives
  • Buns for serving

Instructions