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Beer Brats And Pasta Recipe

This award-winning Beer Brats and Pasta Bake recipe was a Top 10 finalist in the National Pasta Cook-Off! Enjoy juicy brats, roasted sweet peppers and onions, and perfectly cooked pasta in a creamy, cheesy sauce. This easy weeknight meal is packed with flavor and sure to become a family favorite!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 700.3 kcal
Protein 57g
Rating 4.3 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beer Brats And Pasta

  • 1 pound Rigatoni Pasta
  • 1 pound Bratwursts
  • 1/2 cup Beer
  • Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 Sweet Red Pepper
  • 1/2 medium Onion
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese, divided

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How to Make Beer Brats And Pasta

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, toss 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 bell pepper (any color, seeded and chopped), and 1/2 medium onion (chopped) together. Roast for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  3. While vegetables roast, remove casings from 1 pound bratwurst. Crumble brats into a large skillet over medium heat. Brown for 8-10 minutes, breaking up with a spoon.
  4. Drain brats and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess grease.
  5. Return brats to the skillet. Add 1/2 cup beer (any kind you enjoy) and simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce slightly.
  6. Cook 1 pound pasta (any short shape) according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
  7. Remove roasted vegetables from the oven.
  8. Add the cooked brats, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, and 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese to the roasted vegetables. Stir to combine. Add reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if the mixture seems too dry.
  9. Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish and stir to coat. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.
  10. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

86g

Carbs

13g

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