Description
Hanky Panky Appetizers are the ultimate crowd-pleasers, combining savory ground beef and zesty Italian sausage with creamy cheese for a flavor explosion. Perfect for game days, celebrations, or family gatherings, these bite-sized treats are sure to be a hit with everyone. Each golden-brown morsel is a delightful blend of textures and flavors that will leave your guests reaching for more. Easy to prepare and customizable, these appetizers can be tailored to suit any occasion, making them a must-have for your next event.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 slices white bread (crusts removed)
- 3 green onions (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and Italian sausage until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Mix in shredded cheddar cheese until fully combined and melted.
- Spread the meat-cheese mixture generously over each slice of bread.
- Place on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 appetizer (30g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg