Glazed Cocktail Sausages
A classic party appetizer featuring mini sausages simmered in a sweet and savory glaze of red wine and grape jelly. These are incredibly simple to prepare and can be made ahead, making them perfect for entertaining. Serve them warm with toothpicks for easy snacking.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 8 hr 20 min
- Serves
- 6
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 375 kcal
Allergen information: may contain sulphites. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 450 gcocktail sausage
- 360 mlred wine, for cooking
- 1 cupgrape jelly
Equipment
saucepan · mixing bowl · stirring spoon
The method
Step by step
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the cocktail sausages and red wine.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: A glass or ceramic bowl is best for marinating with wine.
- 2
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or overnight.
About 8 hr
Cook’s note: This marinating step helps the sausages absorb the flavor of the wine.
- 3
Pour the sausages and their wine marinade into a medium saucepan.
About 1 min
- 4
Add the grape jelly to the saucepan and stir to combine.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: The jelly won't fully dissolve until it heats up, which is fine.
- 5
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally to help the jelly dissolve.
About 5 min
- 6
Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly and glazes the sausages.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
- 7
Serve the sausages warm, with toothpicks for easy handling.
Cook’s note: These are great kept warm in a small slow cooker for a party.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 374.9kcal
- Protein
- 9.6g
- Carbs
- 30.6g
- Fat
- 19.4g
- Fibre
- 0.6g
- Sugar
- 21.7g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in a saucepan over low heat or in the microwave until warmed through.
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