ITALIAN SAUSAGE CHEESE BALLS

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This Italian riff on our classic sausage cheese balls satisfies every party-app requirement: quick, easy, delicious and feeds a crowd!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 55m

Yield 96

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1 lb uncooked bulk Italian sausage
2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend (8 oz)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)
1/2 cup milk
4 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons finely shredded fresh basil leaves
1 jar (25.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato basil pasta sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 2 rimmed 15x10-inch baking pans with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, stir together Bisquick™ mix, sausage, Italian cheese blend, mozzarella cheese, milk, melted butter, Italian seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon pepper flakes, using hands or spoon. Shape mixture into 1-inch balls. Place 1/2 inch apart on pans.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes, rotating pans halfway through bake time, until brown. Immediately remove from pan; transfer to serving platter. Sprinkle with basil.
  • Meanwhile, in 1 1/2-quart saucepan, heat pasta sauce and remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper flakes to simmering over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 5 minutes to combine flavors, stirring frequently. Serve warm cheese balls with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

Shazaib Jaan
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These cheese balls are the perfect appetizer for any occasion.


Sylvia Johnson
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I love that these cheese balls can be made ahead of time. It makes them perfect for busy weeknights.


Adam Lamhajar
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These cheese balls are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Abdullah Sohail
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I've made these cheese balls several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect party appetizer.


Riju Miah
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These cheese balls are always a hit at parties. They're easy to make and everyone loves them.


Moksada Aktar
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I love that these cheese balls can be made in advance. It makes them a great option for busy weeknights.


faisalkhan khan
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These cheese balls are a great way to use up leftover sausage and cheese.


taha usman777
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I've made these cheese balls several times and they're always a hit. They're cheesy, flavorful, and easy to make.


Cadence Duvall
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These cheese balls are the perfect size for a party appetizer.


Pedro Stectrum
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I love that these cheese balls can be made ahead of time. It makes it so easy to entertain.


Ruth Chesire
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These cheese balls are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my guests.


Wafaa Ali
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I've made these cheese balls for my family and friends and they've always been a hit. They're the perfect appetizer for any occasion.


Bilawal Butt
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These cheese balls are a great way to use up leftover sausage.


Qudratullah Hqmil
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I love that these cheese balls can be made with different types of sausage. I've tried them with Italian sausage, breakfast sausage, and even chorizo.


David Coffin
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These cheese balls are the perfect party appetizer. They're easy to make ahead of time and they're always a hit.


Ari Ari
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I've made these cheese balls several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Precioux Sharon
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I made these cheese balls for a potluck and they were gone in minutes! They were so cheesy and delicious.


Gzim Gashi
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These Italian sausage cheese balls were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.