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Smoky kielbasa baked in a sweet, tangy, slightly spicy glaze until caramelized and irresistibly sticky.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Candied Kielbasa Bites
Calories: 310kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Cutting board and knife
  • mixing spoon
  • Oven

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs kielbasa sausage
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup prepared horseradish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Slice kielbasa into 1-inch pieces and hasselback each by making shallow crosswise cuts without slicing through.
  • Place sliced sausage in a baking dish and add brown sugar, ketchup, and horseradish. Mix to coat evenly.
  • Bake 60–90 minutes, stirring every 20 minutes, until caramelized and crispy.
  • Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

Stir every 20 minutes to ensure even caramelization. Adjust horseradish for more or less heat.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 760mg | Potassium: 260mg | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1.1mg