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Best Little Smokies Ever Recipe

Forget everything you thought you knew about little smokies! This recipe delivers explosive flavor, transforming humble little smokies into a holiday, game day, or any-day party sensation. These aren't your grandma's BBQ sauce and jelly recipe – these are ridiculously addictive and always disappear first. Easy stovetop or slow cooker options mean minimal effort for maximum deliciousness!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 328.5 kcal
Protein 23g
Rating 4.7 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Best Little Smokies Ever

  • 1 (14-ounce) package Little Smokies Sausages
  • 1 cup Ketchup
  • 1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1/2 cup packed Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Yellow Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

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How to Make Best Little Smokies Ever

  1. In a large saucepan, combine: 1 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup yellow mustard, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  2. Whisk the sauce ingredients together until well combined.
  3. Add 1 (14-ounce) package of little smokies to the saucepan.
  4. Cover the saucepan and simmer over medium-low heat for 30-45 minutes, or until the little smokies are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly, stirring occasionally.
  5. **OR** Combine 1 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup yellow mustard, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a bowl.
  6. **OR** Whisk the sauce ingredients together until well combined.
  7. **OR** Add 1 (14-ounce) package of little smokies to your slow cooker.
  8. **OR** Pour the sauce mixture over the little smokies, stirring to evenly coat.
  9. **OR** Cook on high for 2-4 hours, or until heated through and the sauce has thickened, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

57 g

Sugar

57g

Fat

42g

Carbs

5g

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