Sausage Cheese Balls

By corvettemary

Ingredients

• 2 pkgs. (16 oz.each) hot pork sausage
• 1-1/2 cups all purpose baking mix
• 16 oz.(4 cups) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
• 2 t. black pepper
• 2 t. minced garlic (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, stir well. Form into 1" balls. Place on ungreased baking sheet; bake 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven, cool 5 minutes before removing from pan. Serve with cocktail forks or toothpicks.