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Sausage Balls with Lemon Sauce

Savor Cheesy Sausage Balls with Bright Lemon Sauce

Delicious Sausage Balls with Lemon Sauce are flavorful and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sausage Balls
  • 1 pound Ground Italian Sausage Choose high-quality sausage for better taste.
  • 2 cups Buttermilk Pancake Mix All-purpose flour can be used if pancake mix isn’t available.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Red onion or shallots may be used for a different flavor profile.
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Sharp cheddar enhances the flavor contrast with sausage.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on the saltiness of the sausage.
For the Lemon Sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is preferred over jarred.
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Honey can be used for a different sweetness profile.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Coconut aminos can be used for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Mix well to prevent clumping.
  • 1/4 cup Water

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground Italian sausage, buttermilk pancake mix, chopped yellow onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined.
  3. Use a cookie scoop to portion out about 1-ounce balls, roll them smoothly, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Bake the sausage balls for 25 to 30 minutes until golden-brown.
  5. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup, soy sauce, cornstarch, and water. Stir until thickened, taking about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Serve the baked sausage balls warm with lemon sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and consider freezing uncooked sausage balls for later use.

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