Description
Mississippi Lil Smokies are a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer featuring cocktail sausages simmered in a savory blend of beef gravy, ranch seasoning, and tangy pepperoncini peppers. Perfect for parties and gatherings, this slow-cooked dish offers a delicious combination of smoky, tangy, and creamy flavors.
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 pepperoncini juice (from the jar)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all ingredients including Lil Smokies, beef gravy, ranch seasoning mix, pepperoncini peppers, and the juice from the pepperoncini jar.
- Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Add the Lil Smokies, beef gravy, ranch seasoning mix, pepperoncini peppers, and 1/4 cup of pepperoncini juice into a slow cooker. Stir gently to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Cook Slowly: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the sausages to become tender and infused with the savory sauce.
- Serve Warm: After cooking, give the mixture a good stir and serve the Mississippi Lil Smokies warm, perfect for casual snacking or as a hearty appetizer at your party.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more pepperoncini peppers or include some of the seeds.
- Can be served with toothpicks for easy party snacking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- Using a slow cooker makes this dish hands-off and easy to prepare in advance.
