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A hearty stew that can cook all day- what a treat! I have tried it substituting other types of sausages, and it still works fine. Try sprinkling a little cheese on top when serving.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-02-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenBug"},"reviewBody":"This was a good recipe. But I agree with other reviewers. Way to much bratwurst I halved it. Also the cooking time is way off , especially for those with newer slow cookers, which seen to cook a lot faster than the older ones. Mine were done in 3 hours on low.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-05-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Linda4025"},"reviewBody":"
I found it too greasy with the bratwurst cooked together.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-01-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"millieanne"},"reviewBody":"I love this one! I sub sweet potatoes for the regular potatoes and it takes this dish to the next level. I also use smoked Turkey sausage because I prefer it. I'm trying it again tonight with a dairy substitute as I've recently become lactose intolerant. But i don't want to say goodbye to this recipe! It's sooo good.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-10-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBike"},"reviewBody":"I made with 1 lb of brats. It was so yummy! Would definitely make again! I did add a four slices of cheese to it because why not.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-02-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleTooth"},"reviewBody":"This was a nice change from a stew with beef. My family enjoys bratwurst and this is a great way to have it other than on a bun. I scrubbed my potatoes and didn't peel them and I used store bought shredded carrots to cut down even more on the quick prep. Six hours was definitely long enough in the crock pot. Next time I might cut the sausages in the beginning. I'm not sure that it's necessary to wait until they are cooked before slicing them up.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-07-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldStrawberry"},"reviewBody":"I was given a bunch of bratwurst (not my favorite) and needed to figure out what to do, so in the heat of summer I decided to make this. It's delicious! It'll go in our winter soup rotation. I did add garlic and a touch of nutmeg. But other than that, I stuck to the recipe. Really really tasty.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-07-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleLocomotive"},"reviewBody":"We liked this too. It is nice and thick and it is a good change of pace from most of the regular stews I make. It is in my recipe file and I will make it years to come. Thanks for a good dish!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-02-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanCloud"},"reviewBody":"Excellent, very tasty and flavorful. I will make this again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-11-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldTooth"},"reviewBody":"Really good and so satisfying and comforting on a chilly fall night. I used Italian sausage links instead of bratwurst and doubled the water\/cornstarch slurry mixture and the results were delicious.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-01-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldCupcake"},"reviewBody":"I've made this several times now and each time it's delicious!!! I cut this recipe in half, except I only put 12oz of bratwurst (the full pound seems like a bit too much). I've also tried it with some frozen corn in it. The stew never seems to thicken up enough for my taste but it's so delicious I don't mind. The potatoes and carrots need about 3-3.5 hours to fully cook, but the sausage is done in only 2-2.5 hours (my slow cooker apparently runs hot).This last time I made this, I used Chesapeake Bay chicken sausage (has Old Bay in the sausage), then I put generous amounts of Old Bay in the stew itself, omitting the salt, pepper, & basil. It reminded me of a crab corn chowder (without the crab, haha).I love tweaking this each time. A forgiving recipe, and fun to mess around with!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-11-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedPizza"},"reviewBody":"YUM! I came across this recipe skimming for stew options on the TOH site. This looked just different enough to be interesting. Loved the creamy texture and all the veggies. Great flavor. Enjoyed watching the brats cook whole too! Will make again for sure.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-04-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleTag"},"reviewBody":"This was excellent! I had chapped everything the night before so the next morning everything went together very quickly. I did double the cornstarch\/water, and it came out perfectly thickened. The entire family loved it so I know I will be making it again and again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-11-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeBottleOpener"},"reviewBody":"My husband and young children love this hearty meal. It is easy to prepare and full of flavor.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-08-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCoffee"},"reviewBody":"So hearty and delicious! I will make this again. Quick meal to make too!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-05-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleGlasses"},"reviewBody":"Delicious! We loved this crock pot recipe for a family dinner.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-02-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCherries"},"reviewBody":"This a great filling stew with lots of flavor! The only thing I did different was omit the water later in the recipe, and used regular milk, since I didn't have any 1\/2 and 1\/2 on hand. Mixed the cornstarch with that and it came out perfect! Definitely a keeper here!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-01-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldCherries"},"reviewBody":"This is tonight's dinner....what a FANTASTIC taste...made 1\/2 recipe in my small (4qt) crock....definintely my kind of meal...YUM. Edit or delete this","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-10-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenBottle"},"reviewBody":"Perfect stew for when the weather turns cold!! Hearty and thick.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-01-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueRadio"},"reviewBody":"My husband loved this and since we are doing the keto diet I used frozen cauliflower instead of potatoes. However, I would suggest cutting the cooking time by 2 hours or waiting to put the cauliflower in until later.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-02-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleUmbrella"},"reviewBody":"Excellent. Subbed sweet potatoes for regular potatoes. Warm, hearty, and heart warming! Will be making again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-01-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeGrapes"},"reviewBody":"One of our winter favorites! 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I'm not sure that it's necessary to wait until they are cooked before slicing them up.","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"02\/11\/2021 14:47","GUID":"f777f2d064804d0a883ac643a8c836ac","MemberId":2666727,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"resalee","SubmittedDate":"02\/11\/2021 14:47"},{"Comment":"I was given a bunch of bratwurst (not my favorite) and needed to figure out what to do, so in the heat of summer I decided to make this. It's delicious! It'll go in our winter soup rotation. I did add garlic and a touch of nutmeg. But other than that, I stuck to the recipe. Really really tasty.","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"07\/22\/2020 00:50","GUID":"0b4bd3215597418796827b8b541efdbc","MemberId":9842678,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Patti","SubmittedDate":"07\/22\/2020 00:50"},{"Comment":"Excellent, very tasty and flavorful. I will make this again!","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"02\/11\/2020 19:16","GUID":"aa423d9b48384d86beac61339b37b24d","MemberId":9632866,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Alan","SubmittedDate":"02\/11\/2020 19:16"},{"Comment":"This is tonight's dinner....what a FANTASTIC taste...made 1\/2 recipe in my small (4qt) crock....definintely my kind of meal...YUM.\nEdit or delete this","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"01\/09\/2020 20:59","GUID":"69e2bed30f104583932d5732ef3c37b0","MemberId":9500091,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Linda","SubmittedDate":"01\/09\/2020 20:59"},{"Comment":"YUM! I came across this recipe skimming for stew options on the TOH site. This looked just different enough to be interesting. Loved the creamy texture and all the veggies. Great flavor. Enjoyed watching the brats cook whole too! Will make again for sure.","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"11\/22\/2019 04:20","GUID":"3DA0C4E2FC6A430BA48E4083FBE8802F","MemberId":496732,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"JGa2595176","SubmittedDate":"11\/22\/2019 04:20"},{"Comment":"Really good and so satisfying and comforting on a chilly fall night. I used Italian sausage links instead of bratwurst and doubled the water\/cornstarch slurry mixture and the results were delicious.","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"11\/14\/2019 14:39","GUID":"7F3C0DA56481458C528156B7576069DF","MemberId":30612,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Grammy Debbie","SubmittedDate":"11\/14\/2019 14:39"},{"Comment":"This was excellent! I had chapped everything the night before so the next morning everything went together very quickly. I did double the cornstarch\/water, and it came out perfectly thickened. The entire family loved it so I know I will be making it again and again.","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"04\/12\/2019 23:13","GUID":"7f97e1281605423982004bce4193b0e7","MemberId":1464390,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"amehart","SubmittedDate":"04\/12\/2019 23:13"},{"Comment":"My husband loved this and since we are doing the keto diet I used frozen cauliflower instead of potatoes. However, I would suggest cutting the cooking time by 2 hours or waiting to put the cauliflower in until later.","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"01\/08\/2019 02:39","GUID":"8808a75e39d14f87879713a346932d15","MemberId":5754750,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"rose62763","SubmittedDate":"01\/08\/2019 02:39"},{"Comment":"
So hearty and delicious! I will make this again. Quick meal to make too!<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"08\/30\/2017 16:12","GUID":"5bf8ed0b6c3347dbaf673c042d00c453","MemberId":6330173,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"greatwithoutgluten","SubmittedDate":"08\/30\/2017 16:12"},{"Comment":"
Yes schaef79, there are 2 cups of half & half added at the end of the recipe to make the creamy broth for the stew.<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"","GUID":"3A81F09940C98B1066D3A8345B0F08C6","MemberId":158954,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"sstetzel","SubmittedDate":"01\/31\/2017 10:07"},{"Comment":"
Question. Is there really only 1\/2 cup of broth with the vegetables and meat for the 6-7 hours?<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"","GUID":"96bace4661ab4c8289f910b5c4d46ee5","MemberId":6019894,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"schaef79","SubmittedDate":"01\/31\/2017 09:37"},{"Comment":"
I've made this several times now and each time it's delicious!!! I cut this recipe in half, except I only put 12oz of bratwurst (the full pound seems like a bit too much). I've also tried it with some frozen corn in it. The stew never seems to thicken up enough for my taste but it's so delicious I don't mind. The potatoes and carrots need about 3-3.5 hours to fully cook, but the sausage is done in only 2-2.5 hours (my slow cooker apparently runs hot).<\/p>
This last time I made this, I used Chesapeake Bay chicken sausage (has Old Bay in the sausage), then I put generous amounts of Old Bay in the stew itself, omitting the salt, pepper, & basil. It reminded me of a crab corn chowder (without the crab, haha).<\/p>
I love tweaking this each time. A forgiving recipe, and fun to mess around with!<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"01\/09\/2017 19:18","GUID":"e9d92891ca1f41d29f5e39143d09edc8","MemberId":6612040,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"PrplMonky5","SubmittedDate":"01\/09\/2017 19:18"},{"Comment":"
Perfect stew for when the weather turns cold!! Hearty and thick.<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"10\/14\/2016 20:45","GUID":"F9FC7E05D0CE412495320E19D1A0C40B","MemberId":819663,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"zookeeperk","SubmittedDate":"10\/14\/2016 20:45"},{"Comment":"
This a great filling stew with lots of flavor! The only thing I did different was omit the water later in the recipe, and used regular milk, since I didn't have any 1\/2 and 1\/2 on hand. Mixed the cornstarch with that and it came out perfect! Definitely a keeper here!<\/p>","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"02\/05\/2016 21:33","GUID":"b45c22a4dc8e4e12b3e407522b6bad3c","MemberId":1665956,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"BobbysChicagoBAbe@hotmail.com","SubmittedDate":"02\/05\/2016 21:33"},{"Comment":"
Excellent. Subbed sweet potatoes for regular potatoes. Warm, hearty, and heart warming! Will be making again!<\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"02\/21\/2015 22:17","GUID":"06a467016e9940edb69cd7d4c06090d7","MemberId":3525056,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"millieanne","SubmittedDate":"02\/21\/2015 22:17"},{"Comment":"
My husband and young children love this hearty meal. It is easy to prepare and full of flavor.<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"11\/04\/2014 12:00","GUID":"65483b1fbaff46638e7f6628cbec500b","MemberId":2583998,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"myfamily","SubmittedDate":"11\/04\/2014 12:00"},{"Comment":"
Trying this tonight - but half brats and half fresh polish plus 2 cup shredded red cabbage.<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"","GUID":"5c80e7118c204af6b38e5015ad7e6c14","MemberId":4921193,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Bobur7","SubmittedDate":"10\/22\/2013 16:05"},{"Comment":"
YUM!!!!! This is so good! Great Sunday dinner recipe.<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"05\/16\/2013 14:04","GUID":"4c19418b5c3a4730a0f4b0857d21e2e1","MemberId":2985155,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"lor1s","SubmittedDate":"05\/16\/2013 14:04"},{"Comment":"
Delicious! We loved this crock pot recipe for a family dinner.<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"05\/05\/2013 21:28","GUID":"51582c50157c44209c2b592017358c0d","MemberId":3741999,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"katlaydee3","SubmittedDate":"05\/05\/2013 21:28"},{"Comment":"
My whole family loves it!<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"01\/09\/2012 21:29","GUID":"a86113554f9b4da3a15eda7947f4bf80","MemberId":4226578,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"lindallang","SubmittedDate":"01\/09\/2012 21:29"},{"Comment":"
This was very good!! Next time I will reduce the black pepper to 1\/8 tsp. It seemed a little overwhelming. covered the natural taste of the bratwurst a bit. Otherwise, I wouldn't change a thing!!<\/p>","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"12\/06\/2011 08:39","GUID":"5587a179a690403ea916231af3b8aad1","MemberId":3337908,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"leslie1966","SubmittedDate":"12\/06\/2011 08:39"},{"Comment":"
We liked this too. It is nice and thick and it is a good change of pace from most of the regular stews I make. It is in my recipe file and I will make it years to come. Thanks for a good dish!<\/p>","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"07\/08\/2011 17:27","GUID":"baa1b8492df943c6afb6d1b0bc614b13","MemberId":3667113,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jennifer1973","SubmittedDate":"07\/08\/2011 17:27"},{"Comment":"
One of our winter favorites! My slow-cooker needed much less than 7 hours, though.<\/p>","CommentId":23,"DateRated":"01\/18\/2011 13:33","GUID":"03daf9fc653f4fa98a69c1a03baeaf70","MemberId":1833885,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"aprilshowalter","SubmittedDate":"01\/18\/2011 13:33"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":24,"DateRated":"08\/29\/2010 13:13","GUID":"a711a06274fb464daceed4b5d3308495","MemberId":1053270,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"ssminn23","SubmittedDate":"08\/29\/2010 13:13"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":25,"DateRated":"11\/14\/2008 13:20","GUID":"afbc36b55b6842be9230f4e0e1f49bb0","MemberId":2007397,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"amybemt","SubmittedDate":"11\/14\/2008 13:20"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":26,"DateRated":"10\/22\/2008 18:47","GUID":"69f2abe6564343c59d68889a3fb4d2a7","MemberId":3504640,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"happykids","SubmittedDate":"10\/22\/2008 18:47"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":27,"DateRated":"02\/26\/2007 17:51","GUID":"eec809cc5aa746a8b5b611df0bad987d","MemberId":1508452,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Marlene","SubmittedDate":"02\/26\/2007 17:51"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":28,"DateRated":"01\/25\/2007 06:45","GUID":"3c62c3f05014475dbf4465a28ecc02cb","MemberId":1556849,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"fae1964","SubmittedDate":"01\/25\/2007 06:45"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":309177,"name":"Recipes","slug":"recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":309112,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Browse Taste Recipes recipes by course, cooking style, cuisine, ingredient, holiday and more categories to find a new family-favorite recipe.","parent":0,"count":51287,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43653,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":313023,"name":"Stews","slug":"stews","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312958,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Looking for stew recipes? Find stew recipes including beef stew recipes, chicken stew, Brunswick stew, and more stew recipes.","parent":310796,"count":708,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/stews\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Creamy Bratwurst Stew"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n