Tailgate in a Bowl - Bratwurst Soup

• 1 lb bratwurst, cut into bite sized pieces
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 3 cups beef broth, low salt
• 2 cups low-sodium V8 juice
• 1 (12 ounce) can light beer
• 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
• 1 white onion, coarsely chopped
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 3 russet potatoes, cubed
• 1 garlic clove, smashed
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 (14 ounce) can sauerkraut, 14 oz undrained
• 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper

1. Brown the bratwurst with the vegetable oil.
2. The oil will be absorbed and some of the bratwurst will stick.
3. This is ok.
4. After the bratwurst has been browned, de-glaze the plan with the can of beer.
5. Add the remaining liquids and bring to a low boil.
6. Add the rest of the ingriedents and reduce heat to a simmer.
7. Simmer until the vegetables are tender.

vegetable oil, beef broth, light beer, whole grain mustard, white onion, stalks celery, carrots, potatoes, garlic, bay leaves, sauerkraut, cracked black pepper

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/tailgate-in-a-bowl-bratwurst-soup-493346 (may not work)