Terri Boucher's Busy-day Sausage Meatballs

East Hartford Rotary Contribution: Terri was a great Rotarian during her years managing a hotel in East Hartford

Terri B's Busy-day Sausage Appetizer

We have marked this recipe with our fairy-stamp of approval -- who cannot use a little magic in the kitchen?
Busy-day sausage appetizer is a favorite of Terri Boucher, a "fellow" East Hartford Rotarian: It will seem magical -- quick, easy and a real taste treat. Definitely something to whet your guests' appetites.

1 pound cheddar cheese, shredded
1 pound loose, hot or mild Italian sausage,* not in casing, crumbled
2 cups Bisquick

Preheat oven to 350° F

Mix the above three ingredients; some light, plastic gloves will facilitate a thorough mixing. Shape into small balls. Terri recommends using a cookie "shaper" or tool for forming small meatballs to speed up this process.

Bake at 350° F for twenty minutes. Voila! Off to your neighborhood, potluck appetizer party!

Make ahead note: You can form these balls ahead of time, refrigerate, then bake at the last minute, just add a few minutes if you have not had a chance to bring them back to room temperature prior to baking.

*Terri points out that breakfast sausage is not the best for this recipe. Look for mild Italian sausage, preferably not in casing, though one can remove the meat from the casing if necessary. Of course, if you and all your guests like a bit of heat, you can use a hot Italian sausage.

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