Description
These Mississippi Lil Smokies are the ultimate slow cooker appetizer! Made with cocktail sausages, rich beef gravy, tangy pepperoncini peppers, and flavorful ranch seasoning, this easy recipe is perfect for game days, parties, or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 28 oz Lil Smokies (cocktail sausages)
- 1 jar (12 oz) beef gravy
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
Instructions
Step 1: Assemble Ingredients
- Place the Lil Smokies in the slow cooker.
- Add the beef gravy, pepperoncini peppers, and ranch seasoning mix.
Step 2: Slow Cook
- Stir everything together to coat the sausages evenly.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or HIGH for 1.5-2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Step 3: Serve & Enjoy
- Once heated through, serve warm straight from the slow cooker or transfer to a serving dish.
- Enjoy as an appetizer with toothpicks or serve over rice or mashed potatoes for a meal!
Notes
- Spicy Kick: Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce for extra heat.
- Thicker Sauce: If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix in 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with a little water before cooking.
- Make-Ahead Tip: Keep warm in the slow cooker on LOW until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours (LOW) or 1.5-2 hours (HIGH)
- Category: Appetizer, Slow Cooker
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American