Description
Mississippi Lil Smokies are a delicious, savory appetizer featuring cocktail sausages simmered in a flavorful beef gravy blended with ranch seasoning and tangy pepperoncini peppers. Slow-cooked to perfection, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for parties, gatherings, or anytime you want a crowd-pleasing snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 28 ounces Lil Smokies cocktail sausages
- 12 ounces beef gravy (from a jar)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers
- 1/4 cup juice from pepperoncini jar
Instructions
- Prepare the Sausages: Place the Lil Smokies cocktail sausages into the slow cooker, spreading them evenly to prepare for cooking.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the beef gravy, ranch seasoning mix, and 1/4 cup of pepperoncini juice until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the prepared gravy mixture over the sausages in the slow cooker. Then, add the 1/2 cup of pepperoncini peppers on top to infuse flavor.
- Cook: Stir gently to incorporate all ingredients, cover the slow cooker with its lid, and cook on low heat for 4 hours until the sausages are tender and fully infused with the sauce’s flavors.
- Serve: Once cooking is complete, serve the Mississippi Lil Smokies warm with toothpicks for easy eating. They make an excellent appetizer for parties, gatherings, or as a hearty snack.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add extra pepperoncini peppers or a splash of pepperoncini juice.
- You can prepare this dish a day in advance and reheat before serving; flavors improve after sitting overnight.
- Serve with crackers or bread for a more filling appetizer option.
- Use a slow cooker liner for easy cleanup.
