Fig & Balsamic Kielbasa Sliders

Holy Cow these are amazing! Bursts of flavor; a melding of complimentary textures: sweet, salty, and savory all at once. I truly didn’t think these were going to be as out of this world as they were, but they are! I think I may have a couple for lunch tomorrow!

INGREDIENTS

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2 Tbsp unsalted butter
2 small red onions, thinly sliced
1 Tbsp maple syrup
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
1 pkg. Boursin® Fig & Balsamic Cheese
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 pkg. Kielbasa
12 slider buns
Fresh basil

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DIRECTIONS

  • In a saucepan, melt butter. Add sliced onions, while stirring continuously, cook over medium-low heat until the onions are beautifully caramelized. About 20-30 min

  • Add maple syrup and balsamic vinegar. Cook for about two minutes, stirring occasionally.

  • Add salt & pepper to taste and set aside

  • Place the rack in the highest position and pre-heat the oven to 425 degrees.

  • Place the kielbasa sausage on a roasting sheet & prick the sausage all over with a toothpick. Drizzle the olive oil.

  • Roast until the sausages are browned and cooked through, about 25-30 minutes

  • Once done, slice the sausage on a bias to prepare for assembly

  • Toast the slider buns and assemble with homemade onion confit and sliced sausage. Top with Boursin Fig & Balsamic and finish with fresh basil.