Savory smoked beef sausage with a snappy casing delivers a high protein, bold-flavored BBQ side. This carnivore-friendly staple is a family cookout essential.
Preheat your smoker to 225°F for gentle, even heat.
Lightly brush beef sausage links with olive oil to keep casings moist during smoking.
Season each sausage with smoked paprika and black pepper, pressing seasoning gently onto the surface.
Place sausages directly on the smoker rack, spacing evenly to ensure proper smoke circulation.
Smoke sausages for about 60–75 minutes, turning once halfway, until they reach an internal temperature of 155°F and casings appear deeply browned.
Remove from the smoker and rest sausages for 5 minutes before slicing and serving, allowing juices to redistribute.