Irresistible Hanky Panky Appetizers for Every Celebration
These Hanky Panky appetizers feature a savory mixture of ground beef and cheese on rye bread, perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or ground sausage
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste salt and black pepper
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 package cocktail rye bread or pumpernickel bread
- to taste fresh parsley finely chopped
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef or sausage, cooking until browned.
- Add the finely diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Lower the heat and add the softened cream cheese, stirring until fully melted and blended.
- Remove from heat and fold in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and incorporated.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the slices of bread on it.
- Spoon the meat and cheese mixture onto each slice of bread, covering well.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve warm for the best flavor.