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Hanky Panky Appetizers

Hanky Panky Appetizers That Will Wow Your Guests Today

Hanky Panky Appetizers are cheesy, savory snacks that always impress at gatherings, combining crunchy rye with a rich meat and cheese mix.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 appetizers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • 1 pound Ground Hot Sausage Swap for mild sausage for less heat.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Can be replaced with dried Italian seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt Use garlic powder and regular salt if unavailable.
  • Salt Adjust according to taste preference.
For the Cheese Mix
  • 16 ounces Velveeta Cheese Alternatives include cheddar or cream cheese for different flavors.
For the Base
  • Party Rye Bread Use pumpernickel or sourdough as alternatives.
For the Garnish
  • Chopped Parsley Optional, omit if desired.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and ground hot sausage, breaking it into small pieces, for 7-10 minutes.
  2. Reduce heat to low, add Velveeta cheese cubes, stir continuously until melted into a creamy mixture for 3-5 minutes.
  3. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, oregano, garlic salt, and salt to taste, mixing for about 2 minutes.
  4. Preheat your oven's broiler and arrange slices of party rye bread on a lined baking sheet.
  5. Generously place the cheesy meat mixture on each slice, ensuring a balanced bite.
  6. Broil for 2-3 minutes or bake at 350°F for 15-18 minutes until hot and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1appetizerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These appetizers can be made ahead and frozen. Reheat in the oven for best results.

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