Un-Layered Bratwurst & Sauerkraut Bacon-Bake

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   Begin by greasing the bottom of a cake pan.

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   Slice the bratwurst into thin coins, and layer the coins on the bottom of the pan.

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   Next, slice the onion in to thin slices, and scatter on top.

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   Slice the apple into very thin slices, and layer upon the onion. Sprinkle salt and sugar on this lightly.

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   Cover the ingredients with the sauerkraut as evenly as possible. Grind pepper over all.

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   Lay the strips of bacon down, blanketing the entirety. Grind over more pepper, and lightly sprinkle with sugar.

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   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

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   Bake for about 50 minutes; the bacon should be ultra-crispy. Break up bacon with knife and jumble entire mixture thoroughly.

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   Return to oven for a 30 minutes, top of mixture should brown interestingly.

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    Remove from oven, and jumble one last time before serving.

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    Serve with a slotted serving spoon to drain excess juices.

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    Garnish with chopped walnuts. Serve with grainy mustard.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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