Rotel Sausage Balls (Printable version)

Savory, cheesy sausage balls with Rotel tomatoes and cheddar—perfect for parties or breakfast.

# What you need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 lb breakfast sausage, cold (pork or turkey, spicy or mild)

→ Cheeses

02 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, well drained

→ Baking & Seasonings

04 - 1½ cups Bisquick or other baking mix
05 - ½ tsp garlic powder

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Using a mesh strainer or paper towels, drain Rotel tomatoes thoroughly to prevent excess moisture.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine sausage, shredded cheddar, drained Rotel, Bisquick, and garlic powder until fully combined and cohesive.
04 - Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls using a cookie scoop or your hands. Place balls evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
06 - Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They disappear faster than you can bake them, so consider doubling the batch
  • The combination of spicy tomatoes and savory cheese creates that perfect addictive quality
02 -
  • Under-drained tomatoes create soggy centers, so take extra time squeezing out that liquid
  • Mixing with cold hands keeps the sausage from getting too soft and greasy
03 -
  • A cookie scoop creates uniform sizes for even cooking
  • Baking directly on a greased tray makes the bottoms extra crispy
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