Brat Sauerkraut Supper

1 jar (32 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
2 medium red potatoes, peeled, halved and cut into thin slices
1 medium tart apple, peeled and cut into thick slices
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup apple juice
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
1 garlic clove, minced
1 bay leaf
1 pound fully cooked bratwurst links
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 11 ingredients. Top with bratwurst. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or until potatoes are tender. Discard bay leaf. Sprinkle with bacon. Makes 6 servings.