Baked Brats

For a quick and easy dinner, cooking bratwurst in the oven requires only a few easy steps. Serve this famous German sausage with sauerkraut or pepper and onions. It doesn't get any easier than placing brats on a baking sheet in the oven!

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Step 1

Since brats are raw and not smoked, they need to be cooked to 160F. Simply preheat your oven to 400F.

Step 2

Place a piece of aluminum foil on a rimmed sheet pan (rimmed to keep any juices from spilling over into your oven.) Place the sausages on top of a baking rack in a single layer, with the sides not touching.

Step 3

Bake for 15 minutes (check on them after 10 minutes to make sure they're not getting burned) and then flip the sausage over and bake for another 10-15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160F on a food thermometer. Turning them over halfway through cooking will ensure even cooking and a nice roasted appearance. Note that ovens can vary; some cook hotter than others and some don't get as hot.