Description
Sizzling Mississippi Lil Smokies bring southern comfort straight to your plate with an irresistible blend of tangy and sweet flavors. Spicy sausages glazed in a rich sauce promise a crowd-pleasing appetizer you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb little smokies sausages
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup Mississippi comeback sauce
Sauce Components:
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp hot sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Garnish and Optional Additions:
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F, preparing a large baking dish with non-stick cooking spray for easy cleanup and smooth food release.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, Mississippi comeback sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until the mixture transforms into a glossy, well-integrated glaze.
- Gently fold the little smokies sausages into the spicy-sweet sauce, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated and glistening with the vibrant marinade.
- Transfer the sauced sausages into the prepared baking dish, spreading them in a single layer to promote even cooking and maximum flavor absorption.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and promote uniform caramelization.
- Remove from the oven when the sauce has thickened and the sausages appear slightly crispy and deeply glazed.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped green onions and parsley over the hot sausages, adding a burst of fresh color and aromatic garnish.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes to allow the sauce to set and flavors to meld before serving hot as an appetizer or party snack.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels by modifying hot sauce and red pepper flakes for personal heat preferences or dietary needs.
- Choose low-sodium sausages and sugar alternatives for a heart-healthy version of this classic appetizer.
- Prevent burning by stirring every 10 minutes and using a light coating of sauce to maintain sausage texture.
- Enhance presentation by serving in a cast-iron skillet directly from the oven for a rustic, impressive display.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg