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Classic Hanky Panky Appetizer Recipe

Close-up of open-faced sandwich featuring savory meat topping and melted cheddar cheese, part of the hanky panky recipe.
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Make this simple, creamy, cheesy sausage and beef mixture served warm on small pieces of bread. This is a popular retro party snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound bulk pork sausage
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 package (12 ounces) small pumpernickel or rye bread slices (or crackers)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and pork sausage together until fully browned. Drain off all excess grease.
  3. Return the cooked meat to the skillet. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, cheddar cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until the cheese is melted and the mixture is well combined and heated through.
  4. Spread the meat and cheese mixture evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  5. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the mixture is hot throughout and slightly bubbly around the edges.
  6. Remove from the oven. Let the mixture cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
  7. Serve the warm mixture with the small bread slices or crackers for scooping.

Notes

  • You can prepare the meat and cheese mixture ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat before serving.
  • For a slightly different flavor, substitute Monterey Jack cheese for the cheddar.
  • If using crackers instead of bread, add them to the serving platter just before serving to prevent them from getting soggy.

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