Honey Garlic Mississippi Lil' Smokies Party Cups
A crowd-pleasing appetizer, combining sweet honey and savory garlic in crispy phyllo pastry cups filled with juicy sausages.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 package 14 oz Lil' Smokies sausages
- ½ cup honey Can substitute with maple syrup.
- ¼ cup soy sauce Gluten-free soy sauce or tamari can be used.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Garlic powder can be used as a substitute.
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 package 12 count mini phyllo pastry cups
- to taste Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients. Chop green onions for garnish and mince garlic.
Cooking the Base
- In a medium saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and black pepper. Heat over medium heat, stirring until well combined. Cook for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Add the Sausages
- Stir in the Lil' Smokies, ensuring they are coated in the glaze. Cook for another 5 to 7 minutes.
Prepare for Baking
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange mini phyllo pastry cups on a baking sheet.
Fill the Cups
- Carefully spoon Lil' Smokies into each pastry cup and drizzle some glaze over them.
Baking
- Bake filled cups for 10 to 12 minutes until golden-brown and crispy.
Garnishing
- Let cool slightly and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For freezing, bake from frozen with extended cooking time.