Best 7 Johnsonville Mild Italian Sausage Cheese Balls Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our irresistible Johnsonville Mild Italian Sausage Cheese Balls, a perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion. These golden-brown orbs of savory goodness combine the bold flavors of Johnsonville Mild Italian Sausage with a blend of tantalizing cheeses, creating a symphony of taste that will leave your taste buds dancing. Each bite offers a delightful burst of savory sausage, complemented by the richness of melted cheese, all enveloped in a crispy, golden crust. Whether you're entertaining guests, hosting a party, or simply craving a satisfying snack, these delectable cheese balls are sure to be a hit.

In addition to our classic Johnsonville Mild Italian Sausage Cheese Balls, we also offer a variety of exciting variations to cater to diverse tastes and preferences. From the zesty kick of Jalapeño Popper Cheese Balls to the creamy indulgence of Spinach Artichoke Cheese Balls, each recipe promises a unique taste experience. Explore our collection of cheese ball recipes and discover new favorites that will become staples in your culinary repertoire.

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ITALIAN SAUSAGE BALLS



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This version of sausage balls, a traditional southern appetizer, gets an Italian twist. Pickled cherry peppers add a touch of acid and spice that complements the richness of the sausage and the mozzarella.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 24 sausage balls

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 pound sweet Italian sausage links, casings removed
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella
1/2 cup self-rising flour
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
24 fresh basil leaves
12 slices pickled cherry peppers

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the top of the oven, and preheat to 375 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
  • Beat the sausage, mozzarella, flour and oil in the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment until the mixture just comes together. Shape the mixture into balls, using a level tablespoon for each, and set them on the prepared baking sheet at least 1 inch apart (you should have about 24).
  • Bake the sausage balls until lightly golden brown and slightly puffed, 12 to 15 minutes, turning them halfway through.
  • To serve, skewer a basil leaf (if the leaves are large, fold them in half), a pepper slice and a sausage ball onto a toothpick. Repeat with the remaining toothpicks and ingredients.

JOHNSONVILLE® ITALIAN MEATBALLS



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Using ground Italian sausage plus a few simple ingredients makes these flavorful meatballs extra-easy.

Provided by From the Kitchen at Johnsonville Sausage

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 egg, lightly beaten
⅓ cup dry bread crumbs
¼ cup KRAFT 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese
¼ cup milk
¼ cup finely chopped onion
1 (19 ounce) package Johnsonville® Ground Mild Italian Sausage or Links, casings removed*

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk and onion.
  • Remove sausage from casings. Add sausage to the bread crumb mixture and mix well. Shape into 20 meatballs. Arrange meatballs on a shallow baking pan.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until meatballs are cooked through (160 degrees F). Serve with your favorite sauce and spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 104.6 mg, Fat 29 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.8 g, Sodium 975.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

JOHNSONVILLE® ITALIAN MEATBALLS



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Brought to you by The Kitchen at Johnsonville® Sausage.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield Serves 6.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 package Johnsonville® Mild Italian Sausage or Links removed from casing*

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F., In a large bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, KRAFT Grated Parmesan cheese, milk and onion., Remove sausage from casings., Add sausage to the bread crumb mixture and mix well., Shape into 20 meatballs; arrange on a shallow baking pan., Bake for 20 minutes or until meatballs are cooked through (160°F)., Serve with your favorite sauce and spaghetti.

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ITALIAN SAUSAGE CHEESE BALLS



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This Italian riff on our classic sausage cheese balls satisfies every party-app requirement: quick, easy, delicious and feeds a crowd!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 55m

Yield 96

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1 lb uncooked bulk Italian sausage
2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend (8 oz)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)
1/2 cup milk
4 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons finely shredded fresh basil leaves
1 jar (25.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato basil pasta sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 2 rimmed 15x10-inch baking pans with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, stir together Bisquick™ mix, sausage, Italian cheese blend, mozzarella cheese, milk, melted butter, Italian seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon pepper flakes, using hands or spoon. Shape mixture into 1-inch balls. Place 1/2 inch apart on pans.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes, rotating pans halfway through bake time, until brown. Immediately remove from pan; transfer to serving platter. Sprinkle with basil.
  • Meanwhile, in 1 1/2-quart saucepan, heat pasta sauce and remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper flakes to simmering over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 5 minutes to combine flavors, stirring frequently. Serve warm cheese balls with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

JOHNSONVILLE ITALIAN SAUSAGE PENNE



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Italian night just got more delicious with the flavorful taste of Johnsonville Italian Sausage. -Brought to you by The Kitchen at Johnsonville® Sausage.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 oz.) Penne Pasta
1 package Johnsonville® Mild Italian Sausage Links, coin-sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium green pepper, julienned
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 medium onion, halved and sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 jar marinara sauce, heated

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions., In skillet, brown sausage in oil for 3-4 minutes., Add peppers, onion and garlic., Continue to cook until vegetables are tender., Divide prepared pasta in bowls, top with marinara sauce and sausage vegetable mixture.

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JOHNSONVILLE ITALIAN SAUSAGE, ONIONS & PEPPERS SKILLET



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Need a quick and hearty lunch? Precooked Italian sausage slices with sauteed bell peppers and diced tomatoes make a zesty meal--served as is or piled on a hoagie roll.

Provided by From the Kitchen at Johnsonville Sausage

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (22 ounce) package frozen Johnsonville® Mild Italian Sausage Slices
1 medium green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 Hoagie or sub rolls

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the sausage, peppers, onion and garlic in oil until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and pepper flakes. Cook and stir for 5 minutes or until heated through.
  • Serve on rolls if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 111.4 mg, Fat 49 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 2119.5 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

JOHNSONVILLE® ITALIAN SAUSAGE LASAGNA



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Johnsonville Italian Sausages make it simple to enjoy authentic Italian flavor. This classic lasagna dish is made so much easier when you've got Johnsonville backing you up. The flavor of the Italian sausages will help to make this recipe your new lasagna favorite!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) Johnsonville® Italian Ground Sausage (or links, decased)
12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cartons (15 ounces, each) ricotta cheese
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook sausage, onion and garlic until pork is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. Add marinara sauce and oregano; simmer for 5 minutes. In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, 1/4 cup Parmesan and spinach., In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish, spread 1 cup meat sauce. Arrange 3 noodles over sauce. Spread one-fourth of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles, top with 1 cup of meat sauce. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Repeat process 3 times. Top with remaining Parmesan cheese., Bake, uncovered, at 350°F for 40-45 minutes., Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting. Serve.

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Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. Fresh sausage, cheese, and bread crumbs will give you the best-tasting cheese balls.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cheese balls tough.
  • Chill the dough before frying. This will help the cheese balls hold their shape.
  • Fry the cheese balls in hot oil. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming greasy.
  • Serve the cheese balls warm. They're best when they're fresh out of the fryer.

Conclusion:

Johnsonville Mild Italian Sausage Cheese Balls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a batch of these cheesy, flavorful balls that will be the hit of your next party. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack or appetizer, give these Johnsonville Mild Italian Sausage Cheese Balls a try. You won't be disappointed!

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