TANGY CHERRY BARBECUE SAUSAGE

1 cup finely chopped onion

2/3 cup cherry preserves

1/4 cup no-salt-added tomato paste

1/4 cup cider vinegar

1 tsp ground chipotle chili pepper

2 lb light cooked smoked Polish sausage, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

In a 2-quart slow cooker, combine the first 5 ingredients. Add the sausage and toss to coat.

Cover and cook on low 4 hours. Serve immediately or keep warm covered and on low for up to an hour, stirring occasionally.

Yield: 36 servings

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