Crispy Hashbrown Sausage Bites (Printable Version)

Savory bites with crispy hash browns, seasoned sausage, creamy cheese, and a touch of Bisquick for binding and crispness.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Dairy

01 - 227 g softened cream cheese
02 - 170 g shredded cheddar cheese

→ Vegetables

03 - 340 g frozen shredded hash browns

→ Meat

04 - 454 g cooked ground breakfast sausage

→ Baking Mix

05 - 180 g Bisquick baking mix

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 175°C and allow it to fully preheat.
02 - In a large bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, frozen hash browns, cooked ground sausage, Bisquick, and shredded cheddar cheese until the mixture is evenly incorporated.
03 - Shape the mixture into uniform 2.5 cm diameter balls using your hands.
04 - Place the formed balls evenly spaced on a baking sheet, optionally lightly greased for crispness.
05 - Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until the bites achieve a golden-brown color and are cooked through.
06 - Allow the bites to cool slightly before serving to enhance texture and flavor.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to facilitate thorough mixing.
02 - Cook the ground breakfast sausage prior to incorporation to ensure safety and flavor.
03 - Lightly greasing the baking sheet promotes a crispier exterior.
04 - Prepare the mixture in advance and refrigerate; bake just before serving for convenience.