QUICK AND SASSY COCKTAIL BITES

1 (1.25 oz) pkg McCormick Chili Seasoning
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup catsup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
cornstarch (if needed)
1 pound smoked sausage, sliced and halved

Combine the first 6 sauce ingredients in a 2-quart saucepan. Bring to a boil, t urn down heat and simmer for 15 minutes. If sauce does not thicken, add a bit of cornstarch.

Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook on medium for another 15 minutes, stirring a few times.

Serve in a chafing dish or from a small platter with toothpicks.

Servings: 8
Source: McCormick Schilling Spice Co.