(A sweet, savory, and tangy appetizer featuring Lil Smokies cooked in a flavorful sauce)
Ingredients:
1 lb Lil Smokies sausages 
1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix 
½ packet (0.5 oz) au jus gravy mix
½ cup unsalted butter, melted 
½ cup brown sugar 
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
6-8 pepperoncini peppers (whole or sliced), plus 1-2 tbsp of pepperoncini juice 
Instructions:
Combine the Sauce:In a bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, ranch dressing mix, au jus gravy mix, Worcestershire sauce, and pepperoncini juice until well combined.
Assemble in Slow Cooker:Place the Lil Smokies sausages in a slow cooker. Pour the sauce over the sausages, ensuring they are fully coated. Add the pepperoncini peppers on top.
Cook:Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or high for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure even coating.
Serve:Serve the Lil Smokies warm straight from the slow cooker with toothpicks for easy snacking. Enjoy this flavorful and addictive appetizer! 
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 2-3 hours (on low)
Total Time: ~3 hours
Servings: 6-8