We're all familiar with cheese stuffed jalapeno poppers but what if you replaced the cheese with smoky bratwurst, wrapped the pepper in bacon, then hit them with the grill? The result would be these irresistible brat poppers courtesy of the bratwurst experts at Johnsonville! For the complete recipe, simply follow the link below...
Read MoreBrat Hot Tub
The countdown to Sunday's big game continues and as such we are turning to the sausage experts at Johnsonville to share the secret to perfect game day bratwurst -- the beer hot tub. By placing the grill brats in a warm mixture of beer, butter, and onions, you are not only ensuring that they remain moist for your guests but also soak up a whole lot of extra flavor!
Read MoreGrilling Brats 101
When I think of grilling in Wisconsin, I always think of bratwurst. First introduced to the US in the late 1800s by German immigrants, bratwurst are becoming increasingly available outside of the Badger state thanks in part to the availability of the Johnsonville® brand at virtually every grocery store nationwide (note that there are other great brands such as Unsingers which are available via mail order).
When it comes to preparing brats, I am of the beer bath school, parboiling the fresh brats before moving to the grill over medium heat to add color. Now, the rationale behind the beer bath is two fold.
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