Minniea,

If you lived in Wisconsin you would know what a bratwurst is. Bob is right it is a German sausage with lots of spices in it. They are larger than hot dogs and are best grilled and soaked in a pot of beer, water, onions and spices. Get a good brat bun and cover it with warm sauerfraut and you are in heaven.
Bob, You were correct I have been eating them often. I can't eat mine with the bun. Bread is to dry. But they do slide right down.

Just goes to show you you learn something new every day!!!

Best wishes to All, Danny Boy