4 bratwurst
4 2 inch long pieces of extra sharp cheddar, each about 1/2 ounce
4 slices Hormel bacon
4 crusty rolls

Sauerkraut topping:
1 pound bag sauerkraut with caraway seeds in it
10 juniper berries
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons reserved Hormel bacon fat drippings
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

TOPPERS:
8 tablespoons mayonaise
Chopped raw red onion
2 tablespoons diced pickled jalepenos per brat
2 romaine leaves per brat
Nice go withs:
German potato salad
baked beans
cole slaw

Make your sauerkraut topping first because the brats are going to cook really fast.
In a saucier put the sauerkraut, juniper berries (bought these on line),sugar, bacon drippings, pepper. Heat to a simmer, and simmer while fixing everything else to give flavors a chance to dance together a little.
Now for the brats, make a pocket in the middle of the brat, being carefull not to go all the way to the end.
Place a piece of cheese in the pocket.
Wrap a slice of Hormel bacon around the outside, being sure to completely cover the cheese.
Fry in a preheated 350° fryer for 6 to 8 minutes, or until bacon is golden and crispy.
Serve with toasted crusty rolls, slather of mayo, and toppings of your choice

My sweetie came up with this idea for an over the top bratstravanza.