Description
Savory hanky panky appetizers blend German and Midwestern flavors into a delightful bite-sized party snack. Rich ground beef, tangy cheddar, and zesty sausage create an irresistible combination you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground hot sausage (such as Jimmy Dean or Bob Evans)
Cheese:
- 1 pound (454 grams) Velveeta
Seasonings and Bread:
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 loaf party rye bread
- Chopped parsley (fresh or dried, optional garnish)
Instructions
- In a spacious skillet, warm the surface over medium heat and introduce ground beef and hot sausage. Methodically fragment the meat while cooking, ensuring uniform browning within approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Eliminate excess grease from the cooked meat, preserving a minimal amount to maintain moistness without creating an oily texture.
- While meat remains warm, incorporate Velveeta cubes, continuously stirring until cheese completely dissolves. Reduce heat to low if melting becomes challenging, allowing additional time for thorough integration.
- Enhance the mixture with Worcestershire sauce, oregano, garlic salt, and regular salt, creating an aromatic flavor profile that permeates the kitchen.
- Systematically arrange party rye slices across a baking sheet in a single, uniform layer to guarantee consistent crisping.
- Generously distribute meat mixture onto each bread slice, aiming for approximately two tablespoons per piece without excessive precision.
- Select cooking method: broil for 2-3 minutes under vigilant observation until surfaces become golden and bubbly, or alternatively bake at 350°F for 15-18 minutes.
- Conclude preparation by delicately garnishing with fresh or dried parsley, adding a sophisticated visual and flavor element before serving.
Notes
- Customize meat selection by swapping ground beef and hot sausage with turkey or plant-based alternatives for healthier options.
- Drain excess grease thoroughly to reduce fat content and prevent soggy bread bottoms.
- Use low-sodium Worcestershire sauce and garlic salt for those watching sodium intake.
- For gluten-free version, replace party rye with gluten-free crackers or small corn tortilla rounds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg