Friday, January 22, 2010

Superbowl Snack Throwdown: Mom's Super Easy Kielbasa Bites

Kielbasa was the big winner in the very last week of HighLowAha's blogging contest. I must admit that I wasn't super excited about this one, though, because I'm not a fan of kielbasa. Then again, I don't salami either, and that was the other option... so I assumed this would be a lose-lose week.


However, even though I don't like kielbasa, I actually rather enjoyed this recipe from my mom and may or may not have even eaten quite a few in between snapping photographs. The carmelization adds such an interesting layer of flavor that leaves little guys rather addictive. And really, who doesn't enjoy food on a stick?


This little appetizer shouldn't even be called a "recipe" - it's just so beyond easy that I almost feel like I'm cheating. It takes a bit of time, but not effort; you can easily leave it while it's on the stove to tend to other tasks or dishes.


Ingredients
  • 1 package kielbasa
  • 1 12oz can ginger ale

Chop the kielbasa into 1/2" slices. Place in a medium to large skillet and pour the ginger ale over the top. Bring to a slow boil and then simmer until brown and caramelized and all liquid is gone, stirring occasionally - about 45 minutes to an hour.

7 comments:

  1. I love kielbasa and am always looking for different ways to have it, thanks for sharing.

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  2. I LOVE Kielbasa. I will definitely be making this!

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  3. Cute and simple recipe! I love kielbasa and I will definitely give this idea a try! Thank you!

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  4. That's a really interesting way of adding flavor... i'll definitely have to try it

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  5. just made this for lunch. super easy and very yummy!

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  6. would it work with diet ginger ale?????

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  7. This recipe does not work with diet ginger ale.

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