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Zesty Sausage Cheese Balls

Zesty Sausage Cheese Balls

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Made with Jimmy Dean® Pork Sausage, these tasty appetizers also feature the flavors of sharp cheddar and jalapeno peppers.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pkg. Jimmy Dean® Hot Pork Sausage Roll
    ¾ cup all-purpose baking mix
    2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
    ¼ cup finely chopped onion
    ¼ cup seeded, finely chopped fresh jalapeño peppers
    1 large clove garlic, minced
    ½ teaspoon chili powder
    1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Mix all ingredients in large bowl just until blended. Shape into 36 (1-inch) balls.

2. Place in 2 lightly greased baking pans.

3. Bake 12-14 minutes or until done (160°F).

4. Serve with toothpicks, if desired.

Cook’s Tips Stove-Top Variation: Do not preheat oven. Mix ingredients and shape into balls as directed. Cook half the sausage balls in large skillet over medium heat 15-17 minutes or until done (160°F), turning frequently. Remove from skillet; place in single layer in shallow pan to keep warm. Repeat with remaining sausage balls. Serve with toothpicks, if desired.

Make Ahead: Sausage balls can be shaped ahead of time and frozen. When ready to serve, heat oven to 375°F. Place frozen balls on lightly greased baking sheet. Bake 16-18 minutes or until done (160°F).

Note: It is easiest to mix the sausage mixture using your hands. Mix just until the dry ingredients are incorporated.

Yield:

18 servings (2 balls each)