Hanky Panky Bites

If you’ve never heard of the food Hanky Panky Bites, you probably aren’t from the midwest. This vintage appetizer has roots in Ohio, but gained popularity throughout the region, and for good reason! The combination of spicy sausage, melty cheese, and rye bread is enough to have everyone coming back from another. Whether you remember them from your mom’s recipe collection or are just now discovering them, one thing’s for sure—these bites are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

INGREDIENTS

1 lb ground hot sausage

1 lb ground beef, 80% lean

1 lb velveeta  cheese

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1 ½ teaspoons oregano

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 (12 oz) package party rye or pumpernickel bread

How to Make Hanky Panky Bites

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the sausage and beef. Break into small pieces and cook until fully browned. Drain off grease.

Return skillet to stovetop and lower heat to low. Add worcestershire sauce, seasonings, and velveeta. Stir mixture until cheese is melted and everything is evenly combined.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and arrange the bread in a single layer on a baking sheet.

Scoop the filling onto the bread, about 2 tablespoons on each one.

Bake for 12-15 minutes or until bubbling.

Serve while hot.