Zesty Sausage Cheese Balls

• 1 pkg. Jimmy Dean(R) Hot Pork Sausage Roll
• 3/4 cup all-purpose baking mix
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup seeded, finely chopped fresh jalapeno peppers
• 1 large clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

1. Directions
2. 1. Preheat oven to 375u0b0F. Mix all ingredients in large bowl just until blended. Shape into 36 (1-inch) balls.
3. 2. Place in 2 lightly greased baking pans.
4. 3. Bake 12-14 minutes or until done (160u0b0F).
5. 4. Serve with toothpicks, if desired.
6. Cook's Tips Stove-Top Variation: Do not preheat oven. Mix ingredients and shape into balls as directed. Cook half the sausage balls in large skillet over medium heat 15-17 minutes or until done (160u0b0F), turning frequently. Remove from skillet; place in single layer in shallow pan to keep warm. Repeat with remaining sausage balls. Serve with toothpicks, if desired.
7. Make Ahead: Sausage balls can be shaped ahead of time and frozen. When ready to serve, heat oven to 375u0b0F. Place frozen balls on lightly greased baking sheet. Bake 16-18 minutes or until done (160u0b0F).
8. Note: It is easiest to mix the sausage mixture using your hands. Mix just until the dry ingredients are incorporated.

sausage, baking mix, cheddar cheese, ubc, ubc, clove garlic, chili powder, cayenne pepper

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/zesty-sausage-cheese-balls-50116043 (may not work)