Perfect Brats in the Oven

Ingredients

• 2 pounds bratwurst links (about 6-8 sausages)
• 12 ounces chicken broth (beef broth, beer, or non-alcoholic beer)
• 2 medium yellow onions (peeled and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices)
• 6 hot dog buns (or gluten-free buns (optional))
• toppings (such as mustard, sauerkraut and onions (optional))

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400℉ (204℃). Peel and cut the onions into ½-inch wide slices.

2. 2

   Add the bratwurst to a large cast iron skillet or any other oven-safe baking dish. Cover with the sliced onions and pour the beer/broth over the top. Cover the pan tightly with a lid or tin foil.

3. 3

   Set the pan in the preheated oven and cook for 20 minutes. Carefully peel back the foil and use a meat thermometer to test that the internal temperature of the brats has reached at least 160°F (71°F), per USDA guidelines.

4. 4

   Turn the oven broiler on. Use a spatula or tongs to push the softened onions off the top of the brats. Set the pan under the hot broiler for 2-3 minutes, until the brats are beginning to brown.

5. 5

   Use tongs to turn the brats over and set back under the broiler for another 2-3 minutes to brown on the other side.

6. 6

   Carefully remove hot pan from the oven and serve bratwurst warm on toasted buns with desired toppings and condiments.