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Sweet-n-Sour Kielbasa

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"So simple, and always the quickest to disappear at functions. Can be served as an appetizer, or over rice and any veggies for a complete meal!" — mamaluvs2cook

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Original recipe makes 12 servings Change Servings

2 pounds kielbasa sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 (12 ounce) bottle tomato-based chili sauce (such as Heinz®)
1 (12 ounce) jar red currant jelly

1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup water

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Directions

Stir the sausage slices, chili sauce, red currant jelly, red pepper flakes, and water together in a slow cooker, cover, and set the cooker to Low. Cook at least 4 hours, stirring once every hour.

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PREP 5 mins
COOK 4 hrs
READY IN 4 hrs 5 mins

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Cook's Note
This is a no-fail crowd pleaser! I've been making this for years (thanks mom). The longer the kielbasa "stews" the better; however I would recommend switching your cooker to Warm after 6 hours. I've tasted it after an entire day in the crock, and it still rocks! Can't go wrong.

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Family and friends gathered for a birthday party and I have to tell you the guest of honor was the crockpot full of this recipe! I like having something "hot and cooked" among the many dips, and various other finger foods at parties and this worked like a charm. Put it in the pot and forget it til time to serve. This will prove to be a favorite in future events at our house. Copies of the recipe were made for several guests who loved this delightful dish. No muss, no fuss, just good eating. Thank you!!

—SouthernGma

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Most Helpful Critical Review

May 22, 2013

I thought it was ok but wife didn't like it at all. Not good enough that would make it again though.

—Doublebb1

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21 Ratings

Feb 23, 2011

Super-easy and very yummy! Instead of using my crock pot today, I boiled the sauce to a smooth consistency and then I threw everything else into the pan (eliminating the water) and added green and red pepper for more nutrition. Quick and easy supper!

—MMMICHELLE

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Jan 04, 2011

Big hit with the men on new Years Eve. Would use a little less red-crushed pepper flakes next time. But definately going to make it again !!!

—littlebeth

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Jul 27, 2011

I made this yesterday for my son's Boy Scout family potluck. I made it exactly with the exception of cutting the red pepper to 1 tsp. I loved it. Big hit. I will make again next week with rice for dinner. Yummy and easy. Thanks so much!

—ROSIESTOES

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Mar 08, 2011

Yummy,easy and quick if your looking for a last minute appy. I used Lil Smokies instead of kielbasa. Not one left! Thanks!

—SLJ6

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May 07, 2012

PLEASE READ: I submitted this recipe, so perhaps l shouldn't rate it, esp because I just noticed that the amount (posted) of red pepp flakes SHOULD be 1 TEAS, NOT 1 TBLS! I like things w/a kick, but this is a recipe I serve to crowds (mult serv made) & not everyone likes things spicy....1 tsp is enough to give it a kick, w/out putting more sensitive pallets off....PLease try..Also, I've done s&s w/grape jelly before, & I feel the currant jelly makes a (good) difference...Lastly, my supermarket sells a variety of "grades" of kielbasa....Hillshire Farms is my (preferred) choice...Not super expensive, & the "really cheap stuff" just doesn't come out as well (& I'm always looking for a way to save a buck!)

—mamaluvs2cook

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Aug 12, 2011

Super easy; always well received. I usually use grape jelly since that's what I have on hand. Do try!!!

—FOODCHICK23

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Nutrition

Calories
309 kcal
15%

Carbohydrates
21.5 g
7%

Cholesterol
50 mg
17%

Fat
20.7 g
32%

Fiber
0.2 g
< 1%

Protein
9.4 g
19%

Sodium
720 mg
29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Sweet-n-Sour Kielbasa

Serving Size: 1/12 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 12
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 309
Calories from Fat: 187

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.7g 32 %
Saturated Fat 7g 35 %
Cholesterol 50mg 17 %
Sodium 720mg 29 %
** Potassium 246mg 7 %
Total Carbohydrates 21.5g 7 %
Dietary Fiber 0.2g < 1 %
Protein 9.4g 19 %
Sugars 18.6g
** Vitamin A 4 %
Vitamin C 1 %
Calcium 2 %
Iron 7 %
** Thiamin 17 %
** Niacin 33 %
** Vitamin B6 10 %
** Magnesium 4 %
** Folate < 1 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.