Hanky Panky Snacks Recipe

Introduction

Hanky Panky Snacks are a flavorful, cheesy appetizer perfect for parties or a casual gathering. Combining savory ground beef and spicy sausage with melted Velveeta on rye bread, these bites are quick to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 lb. ground hot sausage (such as Jimmy Dean or Bob Evans)
• 1 lb. Velveeta
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• ½ teaspoon garlic salt
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 loaf party rye bread
• Chopped parsley (fresh or dried, optional garnish)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place the ground beef and ground hot sausage in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Step 2: Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking the meat up as it cooks.
3. Step 3: While the meat is cooking, cut the Velveeta into cubes.
4. Step 4: Once the meat is cooked, drain the grease off. It doesn’t have to be perfect, just remove the majority of it from the pan.
5. Step 5: Add the Velveeta cubes to the skillet and continue cooking until melted.
6. Step 6: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, oregano, garlic salt, and salt until well combined.
7. Step 7: Preheat your broiler to high.
8. Step 8: Arrange slices of rye bread on a baking sheet.
9. Step 9: Spoon a 2-tablespoon-sized portion of the cheese and meat mixture onto each bread slice.
10. Step 10: Broil the snacks until hot and bubbly, about 2–3 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning. Alternatively, bake at 350°F for 15–18 minutes if you prefer not to use the broiler.
11. Step 11: If desired, sprinkle with chopped parsley after baking for a fresh touch. Serve and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• Use mild sausage instead of hot if you prefer a less spicy flavor.
• Try substituting Velveeta with shredded cheddar or a cheese blend for a different texture.
• Serve with mustard or a dipping sauce for added flavor contrast.

Storage

Store any leftover Hanky Panky Snacks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a microwave or oven until warmed through. For best texture, reheat in the oven or under the broiler rather than the microwave.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make Hanky Panky Snacks ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the meat and cheese mixture in advance and store it in the refrigerator. When ready, assemble on the rye bread and broil or bake just before serving.

What can I use if I don’t have party rye bread?

Any sturdy bread like pumpernickel, sourdough, or French bread cut into small slices can be used as a substitute. Just make sure it holds up to the broiling or baking process.

Hanky Panky Snacks Recipe

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Hanky Panky Snacks are a warm and cheesy appetizer perfect for parties, featuring a savory blend of ground beef and spicy sausage melted together with Velveeta cheese, seasoned with Worcestershire sauce and herbs, served over rye bread and broiled until bubbly and delicious.

• Author: Luna
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: About 24 servings (depending on bread slice size and scoop amount) 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Stovetop and Broiling
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Meat and Cheese Mixture

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 lb. ground hot sausage (such as Jimmy Dean or Bob Evans)
• 1 lb. Velveeta cheese, cut into cubes
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• ½ teaspoon garlic salt
• ½ teaspoon salt

Bread and Garnish

• 1 loaf party rye bread
• Chopped parsley (fresh or dried, optional garnish)

Instructions

1. Cook the Meat: Place the ground beef and ground hot sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the meat until it is browned and cooked through, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks to ensure even cooking.
2. Add the Cheese: While the meat cooks, cut the Velveeta cheese into cubes. After the meat is cooked, drain off most of the grease from the skillet, then add the Velveeta cheese cubes. Continue to cook over medium heat until the cheese is completely melted and combined with the meat.
3. Season the Mixture: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, oregano, garlic salt, and regular salt into the melted cheese and meat mixture. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors.
4. Prepare the Bread: Preheat your oven broiler to high. Meanwhile, line a baking sheet with slices of rye bread.
5. Assemble the Snacks: Place a 2-tablespoon-sized scoop of the meat and cheese mixture onto each slice of rye bread evenly.
6. Broil or Bake: Broil the assembled appetizers for about 2–3 minutes until they are hot and bubbly. Watch closely to prevent burning. Alternatively, you can bake them in the oven at 350°F for 15–18 minutes if you prefer not to use the broiler.
7. Garnish and Serve: Once heated, optionally sprinkle the snacks with fresh or dried chopped parsley for a touch of color and fresh flavor. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

• Drain the grease moderately after cooking the meat; it doesn’t have to be perfectly drained but removing most grease prevents sogginess.
• Keep an eye on the appetizers while broiling to avoid burning since broilers vary in intensity.
• If you do not have a broiler or prefer a gentler heat, baking at 350°F for about 15-18 minutes works well.
• For a milder flavor, substitute ground hot sausage with sweet sausage.
• Using party rye bread provides an ideal size and texture for easy serving and handling.

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