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To make it even more simple, I cover cookie tins w\/foil, cut the kielbasa into slices and place under boiler (about 4 to 5 inches from flame. Watch as it does not take long to get a slightly crispy covering. Then just dump in skillet or pan and continue with recipe as written. I make this quite often for our parties. It is always a big hit.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-01-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenCactus"},"reviewBody":"I make this often but prefer sliced Chicken Apple Sausage browned in a small amount of butter. Everyone loves it. It's also very quick to heat the sauce ingredients in the same pan used to brown the sausage after wiping it out. I then put the sausage into the sauce to heat up. Pour heated sausage into a chafing dish or small crockpot to keep warm while serving.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-11-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldHat"},"reviewBody":"I took the suggestion of another reviewer and served this over rice with a side of green beans. Really easy and delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldBox"},"reviewBody":"I have already made this recipe over and over for just about every get-to-gether that we have. it is a hit with everyone and we look forward to it at every event. We have even used sugar-free apricot preserves to make it more suitable for diabetics.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-01-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBone"},"reviewBody":"These were wonderful!! We had them as a dinner with some alfredo noodles and green beans. Whole family loved them - especially my 17 year old son. He said it was one of the best recipes I've tried. 5 stars!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-09-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanSeahorse"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is so easy and tasty. I've made it several times for parties and also for dinner sometimes. It's always a hit!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-10-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedBasketball"},"reviewBody":"I have made this for parties and bridal showers. Always a hit. And something different from the grape jelly and chili sauce folks are used to seeing.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-08-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenLamp"},"reviewBody":"Entire Family loves it! Have made it for years for parties and holidays. Always excellent comments!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-09-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanTrumpet"},"reviewBody":"A friend served this today at our quilting bee. Everyone loved it. Can't wait to make it for my family.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCoathanger"},"reviewBody":"As I prepare to make this AGAIN for the holidays, it reminds me that I should rate it. And its fantastic. So easy, I put the ingredients in a crock pot and set it on low. I dont' even bother to brown the kielbasa pieces anymore. And if I'm really in a hurry I use the mini smokies. That way I don't even have to cut it into slices!! How dang easy is that? Its always a big hit and I never have to take any home.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2008-06-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueLobster"},"reviewBody":"I make this for all my parties and everyone loves it....","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-01-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedRadio"},"reviewBody":"Just okay.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-04-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCoffee"},"reviewBody":"Fabulous! This recipe is always a big hit with everyone. Even my picky little son loves this one! This wonderful appetizer is always a request at gatherings.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-10-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedRaindrop"},"reviewBody":"So easy to make and a hit every time I make it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-11-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangePopsicle"},"reviewBody":"Made this as an entree, it was \"good\", not great, I think if I make it again, it would be just for an appetizer","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-01-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleGlasses"},"reviewBody":"
Delicious! I served this as an entree over white rice with steamed green beans on the side.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-01-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenFan"},"reviewBody":"Very good favor. I used turkey summer sausage, instead of kielbasa and it was a big hit at our church potluck.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-07-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCocktail"},"reviewBody":"I love making appetizers and this is always a \"go to\" for me. It's fast and easy. My quests love it. It's a keeper.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-01-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleGlasses"},"reviewBody":"
Delicious! I served this as an entree over white rice with steamed green beans on the side.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-05-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBucket"},"reviewBody":"Delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-06-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleRocket"},"reviewBody":"It's such an easy appetizer. I halved the sauce ingredients and still had plenty of the sweet, sticky stuff!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-05-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenSailboat"},"reviewBody":"Nice hearty appetizer","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"26157","romance_copy_dek":"This easy-to-fix kielbasa appetizer is coated in a thick, zesty sauce with just the right amount of sweetness. \u2014Barbara McCalley, Allison Park, Pennsylvania","enhanced_recipe_title":"Apricot Kielbasa Slices","rms_legacy_data":{"RecipeCategories":null,"Ingredients":[{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 pound fully cooked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1\/4-inch slices","IngredientText":"1 pound fully cooked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1\/4-inch slices"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 jar (12 ounces) apricot preserves","IngredientText":"1 jar (12 ounces) apricot preserves"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 tablespoons lemon juice","IngredientText":"2 tablespoons lemon juice"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 teaspoons Dijon mustard","IngredientText":"2 teaspoons Dijon mustard"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/4 teaspoon ground ginger","IngredientText":"1\/4 teaspoon ground ginger"}],"FeaturedImage":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/Apricot-Kielbasa-Slices_EXPS_CIMZ19_26157_E08_31_1b.jpg","RecipeId":26157,"AttachmentSourceId":null,"AttachmentSource":"Taste Recipes","PhotoCredit":"Apricot Kielbasa Slices Recipe photo by Taste Recipes","VideoCode":null,"RecipeAttachmentFileName":"Apricot-Kielbasa-Slices_EXPS_CIMZ19_26157_E08_31_1b.jpg","ContributorId":null,"Firstname":"Barbara","Lastname":"McCalley","City":"Allison Park","StateDescription":"Pennsylvania","IsCommunityCook":false,"ContributorAttachmentFileName":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/76\/75x75\/CP_McCalley_13298_a.jpg","TimeCallout":"Prep\/Total Time: 15 min.","MinimumServingQuantity":12,"MaximumServingQuantity":12,"Yield":"12 servings.","DigitalTitle":"Apricot Kielbasa Slices","SubmittedTitle":"Apricot Kielbasa","RecipeTypeId":1,"AverageRating":4.74,"WebPublishedDate":"1\/1\/2018 12:00:00 AM","ContestPlacementId":null,"FbImage":"FB_CIMZ19_26157_E08_31_1b.jpg","PreparationTimeInMinutes":10,"CookTimeInMinutes":5,"TotalTimeInMinutes":15,"ServingDescription":null,"IsTestKitchenCertified":true,"IsContestWinner":false,"IsFieldEditorRecipe":false,"IsCommunityRecipe":false,"PublishedProjectTitle":"Apricot Kielbasa Slices","OriginalSourceProject":"Apricot Kielbasa Slices","ContestPlacement":"","Trailer":"