Jimmy Dean Sausage Cheese Balls

Hey everyone! This week for my Personal PIGskin Challenge I'm making Sausage Cheese Balls. Another classic! I can't believe I never heard of them until now... Simple and perfect. They kinda reminded me of stuffing, it's probably the sage in the sausage and the onions and celery.

They're really good folks, don't hesitate to make these, you will be thanked!

Of course Earl says they're great...

Ya gotta invite the Pig to Turkey Day!

Jimmy Dean Sausage Cheese Balls-from Allrecipes
(2) 16oz packages regular Jimmy Dean Sausage
1 1/2 C Bisquick**
4 C Cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 C onion, finely diced
1/2 C celery, finely diced
2 tsp black pepper
2 tsp garlic, minced-I used 1/2 tsp garlic powder

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2. Mix all, form into 1" balls,  place on greased baking dish. 
3. Bake 18-20 minutes. 
4. Cool 5 minutes and serve.

Notes:

• Some say this can be hard to mix together. I had the sausage and cheese close to room temp, mixed it with my hands and had no problem. 
• Makes approx 72-1" meatballs.
• I used white cheddar, I think yellow may actually look better.
• The recipe is easily cut in half or even a fourth.
• For an extra little treat, serve with pure maple syrup for dipping on the side-very nice!
• They have a lot of flavor. Many folks mention them as a holiday favorite (both Thanksgiving and Christmas) and I can see them being very popular at a party.
• **Bisquick substitute: 1 C flour, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp salt, 1 Tblsp shortening. Mix well with a fork.

Have a happy day:@)

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