Ingredients
- 1 pound spicy breakfast sausage
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
If you’re feeling adventurous, you can substitute the spicy sausage with a milder version or even try a plant-based sausage to suit your dietary needs. The beauty of cooking lies in its flexibility — something my grandmother taught me early on by never adhering strictly to recipes.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the sausage, cream cheese, and drained Rotel. Mix until well incorporated.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese, flour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the sausage mixture. Stir until everything is evenly distributed.
- Using your hands, form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
As you roll these little bites of joy, remember cooking is meant to be fun and stress-free. Don’t worry about getting each ball perfectly uniform — the imperfections are what make homemade food so charming!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International