Jimmy Dean Sausage Cheese Balls

These cute sausage balls are easy to make for a fun appetizer. They can be prepared ahead and frozen uncooked. Just thaw and bake when you need them!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins

Ingredients

• ½ cup finely chopped celery
• 4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• ½ cup finely chopped onion
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic (Optional)
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose baking mix
• 2 (16 ounce) packages Regular Flavor Jimmy Dean Pork Sausage
• 2 teaspoons black pepper

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Combine sausage, cheese, baking mix, onion, celery, garlic, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl; stir well until combined. Form into balls about 1-inch in diameter; place on an ungreased baking sheet.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C). Cool on the pan for 5 minutes before serving with cocktail forks or toothpicks.