The Ultimate Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground sausage
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups biscuit baking mix (such as Bisquick)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Optional: Chopped fresh parsley or green onions for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground sausage, softened cream cheese, drained Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, shredded cheddar cheese, biscuit baking mix, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until the ingredients are thoroughly blended.
3. Form Sausage Balls: Shape the mixture into small balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the sausage balls are golden brown and fully cooked.
5. Cool: Remove the sausage balls from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes.
6. Garnish: If desired, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or green onions on top before serving.
7. Serve: Enjoy these Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls warm as a tasty appetizer or party snack.