Slow Cooker Apple Kielbasa Bites (Print version)
Smoky kielbasa slow-cooked in a glossy apple, brown sugar, honey, and Dijon glaze for an easy party bite.
# Ingredients:
For the kielbasa bites
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2 lb (900 g) fully cooked kielbasa, sliced into 1/2-inch coins
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2 firm apples, cored and chopped small
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1/2 cup (100 g) packed brown sugar
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1/4 cup (85 g) honey
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1/2 cup (120 ml) apple cider or apple juice
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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, optional garnish
# Instructions:
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Cut the fully cooked kielbasa into 1/2-inch coins. Add the pieces to a 4-quart or larger slow cooker.
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In a bowl, stir together the chopped apples, brown sugar, honey, apple cider, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
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Pour the apple mixture over the kielbasa. Stir until the sausage pieces are evenly coated with the glaze.
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Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours, stirring once if possible, until the apples are tender and the sauce is glossy.
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Stir gently, taste, and add a small pinch of salt only if needed. Sprinkle with parsley and serve warm with toothpicks.
# Good to know:
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Use fully cooked kielbasa or smoked sausage for this recipe.
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Keep on warm for serving for up to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
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For a thicker glaze, cook uncovered on high for the final 20 minutes.