Fresh brats
2 cans beer
1 tbsp. Tabasco
1 tbsp. Worcestershire
2 tsp. ground red pepper
1 tsp. chili powder
Optional: 24 oz. water for more mild brats

Prick each brat twice with fork. Mix all other ingredients in large pot and bring to a boil. Add brats and simmer covered for 20 minutes. Chill, drained UNTIL ready to grill or transfer to grill immediately.