Ingredients
1-3/4 pounds potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cubed2 medium carrots, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped2 pounds uncooked bratwurst links1/2 cup chicken broth1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon pepper2 cups half-and-half cream1 tablespoon cornstarch3 tablespoons cold water
Preparation
Place first 5 ingredients in a 5-qt. slow cooker; toss to combine. Top with bratwurst. Mix broth and seasonings; pour over top.
Cook, covered, on low 6-7 hours, until sausage is cooked through and vegetables are tender. Remove sausages from slow cooker; cut into 1-in. slices. Return sausages to potato mixture; stir in cream.
Mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into stew. Cook, covered, on high until thickened, about 30 minutes.
