Sweet And Sour Relish For Hot Dogs Brats Etc Food

BRATWURST WITH SWEET-AND-SOUR KRAUT AND DARK BREAD

Steps:

• In a medium skillet, bring 1 inch of water to a boil, reduce heat to simmer, pierce the casings of 4 pieces of bratwurst and set into a medium skillet. Simmer sausages 10 minutes, then remove to a cutting board, pour water out of pan and return pan to stovetop, adjusting heat to medium high heat. Slice sausages on an angle, 6 cuts per wurst. Add 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 turn of the pan, and set slices into hot skillet. Brown 1 to 2 minutes on each side.
• Place sauerkraut into a colander. Rinse and squeeze dry. Add to the browned bratwurst slices. Stir in sweet red pepper relish and warm through another 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish and place along side cocktail or quartered sliced dark bread. To serve, spoon sliced wurst and sauerkraut onto bread.

SWEET AND SOUR PICKLE RELISH

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients and store in the refrigerator at least 24 hours prior to serving so that the flavors will blend.

SWEET & SOUR RELISH

Steps:

• Combine first 5 ingredients in a bowl.
• Bring sugar & vinegar to a boil, then cool down.
• Pour sugar-vinegar mixture over vegetables and store in the refrigerator overnight.

CHILI SAUCE FOR HOT DOGS, FRIES AND HAMBURGERS

Steps:

• With your clean hands start by adding 4 cups of water, 2 cans of chicken or beef stock and 1 can of regular tomato paste in a large pot. Place the raw hamburger in the liquid and use your hands to break all down so there are no chunks. Add dried onion, chili powder, kosher salt, garlic powder, cinnamon, parsley and cayenne pepper, black pepper and mix well.
• Simmer uncovered over low heat for 2 hours or until the mixture becomes thick and viscus. Stir often! Taste for seasoning and spice level; add more to suit your taste.
• Let cool and store in airtight containers in the freezer. This is also great served over spaghetti with extra sharp cheddar and fresh diced onions.