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Slow Cooker Bacon Wrapped Lil' Smokies

A comforting and delightful dish of Lil' Smokies wrapped in crispy bacon, perfect for gatherings and family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 packages Lil' Smokies These small sausages are the heart of the dish.
  • 1 pound Bacon Choose thick-cut for extra crispness.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds a sweet glaze.
  • 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For added savoriness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds a hint of spice.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by cutting the bacon strips into thirds.
  2. Take each Lil' Smokie and gently wrap a piece of bacon around it.
  3. Secure the bacon with a toothpick if needed and arrange them in the slow cooker.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  2. Drizzle the sauce over the bacon-wrapped smokies, ensuring each one is generously coated.
Cooking
  1. Cover the slow cooker and set it on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
  2. Check halfway through for perfect crispiness.
Serving
  1. Once cooked, remove toothpicks, plate them up, and serve.

Notes

For extra crispy bacon, broil the wrapped smokies for a few minutes after they finish cooking.