Bratwurst and knockwurst (spelled knackwurst ... käsespatzle (a type of German pasta similar to mac and cheese), and even fresher sides like salad or grilled fruit. Wash it down with a bottle ...

Add onion. Cook until tender. In a bowl, mix bratwurst, onion, noodles, soup and sauerkraut. Transfer to prepared pan. Sprinkle with cheese and breadcrumbs. Bake 45 minutes.

Try surrounding this beer cheese with a variety of dippers like steamed fingerling potatoes, roasted cauliflower, sliced cooked bratwurst, baby carrots, and celery sticks. Can you reheat beer ...