Rotel Sausage Balls (Printable)

Tender sausage and cheddar bites with spicy Rotel tomatoes, baked until golden brown.

# What you'll need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 lb breakfast sausage, cold

→ Cheeses

02 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, well drained

→ Baking & Seasonings

04 - 1½ cups Bisquick or baking mix
05 - ½ tsp garlic powder

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Using a mesh strainer or paper towels, drain Rotel tomatoes thoroughly to remove excess moisture.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine sausage, shredded cheddar, drained Rotel, Bisquick, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly using hands or a sturdy spoon until fully combined and cohesive.
04 - Shape mixture into 1-inch balls using a cookie scoop or hands. Place balls evenly spaced on prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
06 - Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They disappear faster than you can say party appetizer, and people will ask for them at every gathering
  • The Rotel tomatoes add this perfect tangy heat that cuts through all that rich cheese and sausage
02 -
  • Under draining the tomatoes is the number one mistake people make with this recipe
  • Letting the mixture rest in the fridge for 15 minutes makes shaping so much easier
03 -
  • A cookie scoop gives you perfectly uniform balls that bake evenly
  • Don't over mix or the sausage can get tough, just combine until everything holds together
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