Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Bratwurst Stew

We love bratwurst in our house, but the weather doesn't always cooperate when I want to grill, so I searched for recipes that would give me other options for this favorite. This recipe is yummy with fresh bread or rolls and because it is a crock pot recipes, not as much work as it tastes like.

4 medium potatoes, cubed, 4 medium carrots, coarsely chopped, 1/4 cup chopped onion, 1/4 cup chopped green pepper, 2 pounds fresh bratwurst links, cut into 1-inch slices, 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 1 cup fat free evaporated milk, 4 ounces reduced fat cream cheese, cut into small cubes, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar, 3 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 tablespoon cold water.

In a slow cooker, combine the potatoes; carrots, onion and green pepper. Top with bratwurst slices. Combine the broth, salt, basil and pepper; pour over top. Cover and cook on low for 7 hours or until vegetables are tender and sausage is no longer pink. Stir in milk and cheeses. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into stew. Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes or until gravy is thickened.

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