Bacon Wrapped Bratwurst

• 4 bratwurst
• 3 (12 oz) cans light beer
• 5 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
• 6 slices bacon, cut in half

• Poke bratwurst several times with a small fork, and place into a saucepan with the beer.
• Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 15 minutes.
• Remove the bratwurst from the beer and allow to cool to room temperature.
• Preheat oven to 425 F (220 C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, and place a wire rack on top.
• Toss the brown sugar and cayenne pepper together in a large bowl and set aside.
• Cut each bratwurst into three pieces, wrap each piece with half strip of bacon, and secure with a toothpick.
• Toss the bratwurst with the cayenne mixture to coat, then place on baking sheet.
• Bake in preheated oven until the bacon is crisp, 25 to 35 minutes.