Iowa Party Bites are a delightful appetizer that combines cream cheese, sausage, and a few other ingredients into bite-sized goodness. Here’s a simple recipe to make them:
Iowa Party Bites Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 pound breakfast sausage (like Jimmy Dean)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup green onions, finely chopped (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 package (about 16 oz) of mini phyllo pastry cups or cocktail rye bread
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the Sausage:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
- Mix Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked sausage, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until everything is well combined.
- Prepare the Bites:
- If using phyllo pastry cups, place them on a baking sheet. If using cocktail rye bread, arrange the slices on a baking sheet.
- Fill the Cups/Bread:
- Spoon the sausage mixture into each phyllo cup or spread a generous dollop onto the cocktail rye bread.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden.
- Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!
Enjoy!
These Iowa Party Bites are always a hit at gatherings and are easy to prepare ahead of time. They’re creamy, savory, and perfect for snacking!
