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If it’s cold where you live and you don’t feel like heading out to fire up the grill, consider cooking your brats in the oven instead! They taste great and will be ready to serve in about 20 minutes. Keep reading to learn more about brats and how to cook them in the oven. We’ve also included a recipe for Easy Oven-Baked Bratwurst, to help you get started.
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How to Boil Brats (Step-By-Step Instructions)

Bratwurst is a favorite sausage to enjoy year round. From summer barbeques to Oktoberfest, they’re a tasty addition to any get-together! In this post we’re sharing some tips on how long to boil bratwurst for tender and juicy results. You’ll also find a recipe for boiling brats at the end of the post.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Izzy

Ingredients

  • 1 lb of bratwurst
  • 3 bottles of beer
  • 1/4 cup butter cubed
  • 1 large onion sliced

Instructions

  • In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, add the raw bratwurst, 1 sliced onion, enough beer to cover the sausage, and ¼ cup of butter cut into cubes.
  • Bring the water to a slow boil, add the brats, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer the brats for 10 minutes and then transfer them to a grill or a skillet.
  • Continue to cook the brats on a preheated grill or in a skillet for 10-14 minutes until browned on all sides and the internal temperature has reached 160°F. Serve with desired toppings and enjoy!