Sausage & Cheese Balls

By Lorena_321

Ingredients

• 2 pkgs. (16 oz. ea.) sausage
• 2 t. black pepper
• 1 ½ cups biscuit baking mix
• 2 t. minced garlic (optional)
• 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Mix well and form into small balls. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes.

Note: May be prepared ahead and frozen uncooked. To bake from frozen: thaw on baking sheet 15 minutes; bake in preheated 375 degree oven 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.

Variation: For firmer texture, add 3 cups baking mix and 2 cups shredded cheese to the ingredients listed above.