Marionberry Lil Smokies
This appetizer is a gourmet upgrade to the classic cocktail wiener dish. The Lil Smokies are simmered in a rich, homemade sauce featuring the deep, slightly tart sweetness of marionberry preserves, contrasted with the tang of barbecue sauce, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar, and a subtle kick of crushed red pepper. The dish is finished in a smoker, which infuses the entire appetizer with a sticky, caramelized coating and a deep, savory cherry wood smoke flavor. It perfectly balances sweet, savory, and smoky notes.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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In cast iron skillet over medium heat, combine marionberry preserves, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard
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Whisk together and simmer for 5 minutes until sauce thickens
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Add both packages of Li'l smokies to skillet
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Stir to coat smokies in sauce, bring to a simmer
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Transfer skillet to preheated smoker at 250ยฐF with cherry wood
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Smoke for 45- 1 hour minutes, stirring halfway through
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Remove from smoker when sauce is caramelized and sticky
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Keep warm in slow cooker for serving
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Serve with toothpicks
