Bratwurst Stew

This is a favorite dish in the Schultz household. It's a nice hearty but at the same time light stew. You get the smokiness from grilling the brats, sweetness from the carrots, and creaminess from the beans. It's just good!! And loaded with veggies! Super easy to make and really doesn't take too long.

Bratwurst Stew:
serves about 8

1 box chicken stock ( organic if possible)
4 medium carrots, cut into 3/4" pieces
2 celery ribs, cut into 3/4" pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1tsp dried thyme
1/2tsp dried basil
1/2tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt or to taste
black pepper to taste
dash of red pepper flakes
3c chopped green cabbage
2 cans great northern beans ( drained and rinsed)
1 package bratwurst , fully cooked, cut into 3/4" pieces. ( I still grill mine)

In a large pot, combine first 11 ingredients. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce to simmer for 15 minutes. Add cabbage stir, cover and simmer for 10 minutes. ( This is usually when I grill my brats). After 10 minutes, stir in beans, and brats and simmer until heated through. (Also at this point, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.