Dukes Hot & Spicy Smoked Shorty Sausages, 5 Ounce, 8 Per Case

Quick snack: Grab a bag for a ready-to-eat protein bite between meals or on the road.
Tailgate staple: Serve these smoked sausages at game-day spreads and outdoor cookouts.
Lunchbox addition: Toss a 5-ounce bag into a lunch bag for a savory, filling side.
Camping and travel: Pack individually wrapped sausages for no-refrigeration-needed snacking on trips.
Recipe ingredient: Chop into beans, mac and cheese, or breakfast skillets for added heat and smoky flavor.

Who Would Benefit

• Spicy snack fans who want bold heat and smoky flavor in a portable format
• Households stocking up on shelf-stable protein for lunchboxes and quick meals
• Tailgaters and outdoor cooks looking for grab and go sausage packs
• Convenience stores and concession stands serving single-serve meat snacks
• Meal preppers who add pre-cooked sausage to weeknight dishes

Product Highlights

• Hot and spicy smoked sausage with a bold, peppery kick in every bite
• Fully cooked and ready to eat straight from the bag with no heating required
• 5-ounce individually wrapped bags, easy to portion and carry
• 8 bags per case for household bulk or small retail shelving
• Shelf-stable packaging that stores in the pantry until opened
• Conagra brand quality from the Duke’s sausage lineup

Yummy Recipes

Spicy Sausage and Bean Skillet

Ingredients:

• 1 bag (5 oz) Dukes Hot & Spicy Smoked Shorty Sausages, sliced into rounds
• 1 can (15.5 oz) great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
• 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté onion and bell pepper for 3 minutes until softened.
2. Add sliced sausages and cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
3. Stir in beans, smoked paprika, and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
4. Cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until broth reduces and flavors meld. Sausages are pre-cooked; heat to an internal temperature of 165°F if desired.
5. Remove from heat and serve warm from the skillet.

Time: Prep 10 min, cook 15 min; total 25 min.

Spicy Sausage Mac and Cheese Stir-In

Ingredients:

• 1 bag (5 oz) Dukes Hot & Spicy Smoked Shorty Sausages, sliced
• 1 box (7.25 oz) prepared boxed macaroni and cheese (made per package directions)
• 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions:

1. Prepare macaroni and cheese according to package directions.
2. While pasta cooks, melt butter in a separate pan over medium heat; add sliced sausages and sauté 3 minutes until edges crisp.
3. Stir garlic powder into the sausage pan and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Fold the sautéed sausages and any pan drippings into the prepared mac and cheese.
5. Top with shredded cheddar, stir once, and serve immediately.

Time: Prep 5 min, cook 12 min; total 17 min.

Breakfast Sausage Hash

Ingredients:

• 1 bag (5 oz) Dukes Hot & Spicy Smoked Shorty Sausages, chopped
• 2 cups frozen diced potatoes
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions:

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add frozen potatoes and cook 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and crispy.
2. Add onion and chopped sausages; cook 3 minutes, stirring often, until onion softens and sausages are heated through. Safe internal temperature for the sausages is 165°F.
3. Make two wells in the hash; crack an egg into each well. Cover and cook 3 to 4 minutes until egg whites set and yolks reach desired doneness.
4. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley if using, and serve hot.

Time: Prep 5 min, cook 15 min; total 20 min. Safe internal temperature for sausage: 165°F.