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Classic Hanky Panky Appetizer Recipe

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Make this easy, retro Hanky Panky recipe featuring savory sausage, cream cheese, and cheddar baked on toasted bread slices. This simple crowd pleaser is perfect for game days or holiday appetizers.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound bulk pork sausage
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 24 slices pumpernickel or rye bread

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a baking sheet.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bulk pork sausage, breaking it up as it cooks, until it is fully browned. Drain off all the grease.
  3. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low.
  4. Add the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the sausage.
  5. Stir the mixture constantly until all the cheese is melted and the ingredients are fully combined into a smooth, cheesy meat mixture. This is your hot appetizer filling.
  6. Place the slices of bread on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Spoon an equal amount of the cheesy meat mixture onto the center of each slice of bread. Spread the mixture evenly to cover the surface.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese mixture is bubbly and the edges of the bread are lightly toasted.
  9. Serve these quick finger foods immediately while warm.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground beef for the pork sausage if preferred for this cheesy meat bites recipe.
  • For an extra layer of flavor, lightly toast the bread slices in the oven for 3 minutes before adding the topping.
  • This recipe works well as a make-ahead option; assemble the appetizers completely, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add 3-5 minutes to the baking time if baking directly from the refrigerator.

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