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Mississippi Lil’ Smokies Bites Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (high) or 4 hours 15 minutes (low)
  • Yield: 10 servings

Description

Delight your guests with these Mississippi Lil’ Smokies Bites, a perfect appetizer featuring savory smokies simmered in a sweet and tangy pineapple glaze infused with brown sugar, soy sauce, and a hint of spice. Slow-cooked to perfection, these bite-sized sausages are easy to make and sure to be a crowd-pleaser for any party or casual gathering.

Ingredients

Lil’ Smokies Sausages

  • 2 packages (14 oz each) Lil’ Smokies sausages

Glaze

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Additional Ingredients

  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the glaze: In a bowl, combine brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix thoroughly until smooth to create the flavorful glaze.
  2. Add Lil’ Smokies to slow cooker: Place the packages of Lil’ Smokies sausages into the slow cooker, then pour the prepared glaze evenly over the sausages, stirring gently to coat them well with the sauce.
  3. Add pineapple chunks: Toss the pineapple chunks lightly into the slow cooker so they blend evenly with the glaze and sausages, enhancing the sweet and tangy flavor profile.
  4. Cook the mixture: Cover the slow cooker and cook the mixture on low heat for 4 hours or on high heat for 2 hours. During this time, the sausages will heat through and the glaze will thicken, creating a rich and sticky sauce.
  5. Serve warm: Once cooked, keep the Lil’ Smokies warm in the slow cooker or transfer them to a serving dish. Provide toothpicks for easy snacking and enjoy these delicious bites at your gathering.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, increase the cayenne pepper or add a dash of hot sauce to the glaze.
  • You can substitute pineapple juice with orange juice for a slightly different citrus flavor.
  • These bites can be prepared a day ahead; reheat gently in the slow cooker before serving.
  • Use a slow cooker liner for easier cleanup.
  • Serve with crackers or on toothpicks for easy party snacking.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours (high) or 4 hours (low)
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saracooking.com/mississippi-lil-smokies-bites-recipe/