Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

onion

chopped

1 tsp

dry mustard

2 tbsp

margarine

1 lb

bratwurst

sliced into 3/4 inch pieces

1 cup

beer

4 unit

sliced mushrooms

drained

0.25 cup

beef broth

2 tsp

sugar

2 tbsp

all-purpose flour

0.5 cup

sour cream

2 cup

hot cooked noodles

2 tbsp

parsley

snipped

Step 1
~2 min

Chop the onion.

Step 2
~2 min

Measure the dry mustard.

Step 3
~2 min

Slice the bratwurst into 3/4 inch pieces.

Step 4
~2 min

Drain the sliced mushrooms.

Step 5
~2 min

Cook onion and mustard in margarine or butter in a skillet over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 6
~2 min

Stir in the sliced bratwurst, beer, mushrooms, beef broth, sugar, and pepper.

Step 7
~2 min

Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8
~2 min

In a separate bowl, stir flour into sour cream until smooth.

Step 9
~2 min

Gradually whisk some of the hot pan juices into the sour cream mixture to temper it and prevent curdling.

Step 10
~2 min

Stir the sour cream mixture into the bratwurst mixture.

Step 11
~2 min

Cook and stir until the sauce has thickened and is bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 12
~2 min

Cook and stir for 1 minute more.

Step 13
~2 min

Serve hot over cooked noodles.

Step 14
~2 min

Sprinkle with snipped parsley for garnish.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce for extra depth of flavor.

Use a good quality beer for the best taste.

Adjust the amount of sugar to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1 day ahead, store in refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of steamed vegetables.

Serve with a crusty bread for dipping.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed green beans
Mashed potatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

Bratwurst is a traditional German sausage.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Oktoberfest
Summer BBQs

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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