Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls (Ready-to-Print Version)
Cheddar, biscuit, and sausage combine for a cheesy, savory bite great for gatherings, snacking, or quick party fare.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 package (11 ounces) Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix, including garlic herb seasoning packet
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
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2 cups (8 ounces) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
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1 pound (16 ounces) raw ground sausage, such as breakfast, mild Italian, or turkey
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
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Empty the biscuit mix and included garlic herb seasoning packet into a large mixing bowl; stir to combine.
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In a separate medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until completely smooth and creamy.
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Add the raw ground sausage to the creamed cheese and mix thoroughly by hand or with a sturdy spoon until evenly combined.
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Fold the biscuit mix and shredded cheddar cheese into the sausage-cream cheese mixture, gently mixing just until all ingredients are uniformly blended.
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Using a cookie scoop or your hands, form the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls and arrange them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the sausage balls are golden and the sausage is fully cooked, with a crisp exterior and creamy interior.
# Handy Tips:
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These sausage balls can be prepared ahead and frozen raw for future baking; they require a few extra minutes in the oven when baked directly from frozen.
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For best results, avoid overmixing to ensure a tender texture.
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Uncooked sausage is essential, as it will cook through during baking, providing the proper flavor and consistency.
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Leftover sausage balls can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to three days.
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To enhance garlic flavor, brush baked sausage balls with melted butter blended with the remaining seasoning packet.