Prep: 20 Minuts Cook: 7 hours 30 minutes Numbers of Serves: 8 Serves

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This creamy beef bratwurst stew offers a balanced combination of healthy nutrients to keep you energized. It is packed with fresh vegetables like potatoes, carrots, celery, onions, and green peppers, which provide essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber that help support smooth digestion and strengthen your immune system. By using high-quality beef bratwurst, the dish delivers a rich supply of protein necessary for muscle growth and body repair. Additionally, cooking the meal slowly at a low temperature helps retain the natural nutrients and flavors of the fresh ingredients, making it both a comforting and nutritious choice for the whole family.


Ingredients

  • 4 medium potatoes, cubed
  • 2 medium carrots, coarsely chopped
  • 2 celery ribs, chopped
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 3/4 cup chopped green pepper
  • 2 pounds fresh beef bratwurst links, cut into 1-inch slices
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups half-and-half cream
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 teaspoons cold water
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    Instructions

    1. In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, and green pepper.
    2. Top with the beef bratwurst slices.
    3. Combine the chicken broth, salt, basil, and pepper; pour over the top.
    4. Cover and cook on low for 7 hours or until the vegetables are tender and the sausage is no longer pink.
    5. Stir in the half-and-half cream.
    6. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir into the stew.
    7. Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes or until the gravy is thickened.

    Yield: 8 servings