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Hanky Panky Appetizers: Easy Cheesy Sausage Bites to Love

Easy and delicious Hanky Panky Appetizers are a crowd-pleasing finger food that combines savory sausage with cheesy goodness on crispy rye bread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 10 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with additional ground sausage for a spicier option.
  • 1 lb Ground Hot Sausage Swap with mild sausage for a milder flavor.
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 8 oz Velveeta Can be replaced with another melting cheese like cheddar or Monterey Jack.
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Can be substituted with soy sauce.
  • 1 tbsp Oregano Feel free to omit or swap with Italian seasoning.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Salt Use regular salt and fresh minced garlic as alternatives.
For the Bread Base
  • 8 slices Party Rye Bread Alternative breads include pumpernickel or sourdough.
Optional Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Parsley Adds freshness and a pop of color for garnish if desired.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Baking Tray
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat over medium heat and add the ground beef and hot sausage. Brown the meats thoroughly for about 8-10 minutes, then drain excess grease.
  2. Once the meats are cooked, add the cubed Velveeta cheese and stir continuously for 3-5 minutes until the cheese melts completely.
  3. Add the Worcestershire sauce, oregano, garlic salt, and regular salt to the melted cheese and meat mixture and mix everything thoroughly for about 2 minutes.
  4. Preheat your broiler to high and line a baking tray with party rye bread slices.
  5. Place approximately 2 tablespoons of the meat and cheese mixture onto each slice of rye bread.
  6. Broil the assembled Hanky Panky Appetizers for 2-3 minutes, watching closely as they brown, or bake at 350°F for 15-18 minutes.
  7. Once browned, carefully remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These appetizers can be frozen for up to 3 months and reheated directly from frozen. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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