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Savory Iowa Party Bites

Savory Iowa Party Bites
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Savory Iowa Party Bites bring bold flavors to your gathering making every bite a delicious reason to celebrate with friends and family

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage (sweet pork sausage recommended)
  • 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion
  • 1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter

    • Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
  • Cook and crumble the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and crisp around the edges, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat on paper towels and set aside to cool slightly.
  • Dice the onion and bell pepper finely, then sauté them in the sausage pan for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant but not browned.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and black pepper.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with the milk and melted unsalted butter until smooth. Pour this into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined.
  • Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, cooked sausage, and sautéed veggies until thick and chunky.
  • Fill each muffin cup about 3/4 full with the batter to achieve a slight dome when baked.
  • Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the party bites cool slightly in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

    • Notes

    Savory Iowa Party Bites are a delicious, bold-flavored appetizer featuring sharp cheddar, breakfast sausage, and a blend of spices baked into tender yet crispy mini muffin bites. Perfect for cozy get-togethers and crowd-pleasing occasions.

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