Smoked cocktail sausages simmered in a flavorful blend of tangy BBQ sauce, apricot jam, and spices for a comforting slow-cooked dish.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 pound smoked cocktail sausages, sliced into bite-sized pieces
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Liquids & Bases
05 - 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
06 - 1 cup tangy-style BBQ sauce
07 - 1/2 cup apricot jam or preserves
08 - 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
→ Seasonings
09 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
13 - Salt to taste
# How-to Steps:
01 - Add sliced cocktail sausages, chopped onion, diced red bell pepper, and minced garlic to the slow cooker
02 - Pour chicken broth, BBQ sauce, and apricot jam into the slow cooker. Stir until jam dissolves completely and ingredients are well incorporated
03 - Add drained diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Stir gently to combine all elements
04 - Cover and cook on low setting for 4 hours until vegetables reach tender consistency and flavors have fully melded together
05 - Taste the soup and adjust salt seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnishing with fresh chopped parsley if desired
