Best 3 Lil Smokies In The Crock Pot Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lil' Smokies, succulent mini sausages infused with a symphony of spices. Picture these bite-sized treats, nestled in a slow cooker, enveloped in a luscious glaze that tantalizes your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a delectable appetizer or main course that will be the star of any gathering. Discover three irresistible recipes that transform Lil' Smokies into culinary masterpieces: embark on a sweet and tangy adventure with the Sweet and Sour Lil' Smokies, tantalize your taste buds with the irresistible heat of the Spicy Lil' Smokies, or embrace the classic combination of flavors in the crowd-pleasing Original Lil' Smokies. Prepare to be captivated by the irresistible charm of Lil' Smokies, a culinary delight that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW COOKER COCKTAIL SMOKIES



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These addictive little appetizers are so easy to make, and great for potlucks as well. This recipe could easily be changed up to suit your taste.

Provided by Malina Bleeding Heart Morris

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Pork

Time 2h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 (16 ounce) packages miniature smoked sausage links
1 (8 ounce) jar grape jelly
1 (12 ounce) bottle barbeque sauce

Steps:

  • Combine grape jelly and barbeque sauce in a slow cooker. Stir in the miniature smoked sausage links. Cook on High, until heated through, 2 to 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Carbohydrate 28.3 g, Cholesterol 56.4 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 1278.3 mg, Sugar 23.6 g

LIL' SMOKIES IN THE CROCK POT



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This is our family's Christmas Eve buffet favorite. The best thing about this recipe is that you can make it ahead and freeze them, them thaw that morning and heat them up in the crock pot.

Provided by puppitypup

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 10m

Yield 48 appetizers, 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup jellied cranberry sauce (not jelly)
3 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 (5 1/2 ounce) packages Little Smokies sausages
4 teaspoons cornstarch
4 teaspoons cold water

Steps:

  • In large pan over medium heat, cook first four ingredients, stirring, until cranberry sauce melts and becomes smooth.
  • Add wieners and heat through.
  • Mix cornstarch with just enough cold water to dissolve, then add to pot and heat to boiling.

CROCK POT LIL SMOKIES



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Make and share this Crock Pot Lil Smokies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Valerie Dalton

Categories     Pork

Time 2h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb Little Smokies sausage
1 cup ketchup
1 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Place ketchup, bbq sauce and brown sugar in crock-pot and stir.
  • Add in lil smokies and stir again.
  • Cook in crock-pot on low for 2 hours.
  • *I usually double or triple this recipe, depending on how many people are coming over. There are never any left over no matter how many I make.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 598.1, Fat 31.1, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 2365.4, Carbohydrate 66.8, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 58.2, Protein 15.2

Tips:

  • For a sweeter glaze, add 1/2 cup of brown sugar to the crock pot before adding the Lil' Smokies.
  • If you want a spicier glaze, add 1 teaspoon of chili powder or cayenne pepper to the crock pot before adding the Lil' Smokies.
  • For a more tangy glaze, add 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar to the crock pot before adding the Lil' Smokies.
  • Cook the Lil' Smokies on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
  • Serve the Lil' Smokies immediately or keep them warm in the crock pot on the "warm" setting.

Conclusion:

Lil' Smokies in the crock pot are a quick and easy appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks. You can cook them on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. The glaze is sweet, tangy, and smoky, and the Lil' Smokies are cooked to perfection in the crock pot. Serve them immediately or keep them warm in the crock pot on the "warm" setting.

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