Cheesy Bratwurst Stew

Cheesy Bratwurst Stew
This time of year there is always lots of outdoor work to do to get ready for the inevitable cold, winter weather.  It is always nice on a cool, fall day to have a warm and comforting hearty meal in the crock pot so when the day is over you have something good for dinner that requires nothing of you but to eat it.  Cheesy Bratwurst Stew is just such a dish.  Put the ingredients in the crock pot in the morning and about six hours later dinner is ready.  I originally saw this recipe a few years ago in Midwest Living magazine and it has since become a staple at our house.  We hope you enjoy it!
-Nanette

1 pkg. of 5 to 6 bratwursts (use any kind you like or you may even substitute smoked sausage if you prefer)
1 medium onion
4 medium potatoes
one can of green beans with liquid
1 can golden mushroom soup
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
salt, pepper and garlic salt
Slice meat and place in bottom of the crock pot.  Rough chop a medium onion and place it on top of the meat.  You may or may not peel your potatoes before cutting them into chunks and placing them on top of the onions.  Layer on the can of green beans and then place the condensed soup in dollops on top.  You may sprinkle the top with salt, pepper, and garlic salt if you like. Cook on low for six hours or until the potatoes are tender.  Just before serving, stir in the cheese.  Mix well and serve.  Makes 4-6 servings.