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Sausage Balls
Recipe courtesy Paula Deen Show: Paula's Home Cooking Episode: Sunday Brunch Overall User Rating: 
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Cut back on the Bisquick
06/23/2008 at 03:01pm
User: Sue from Depew, NY User Rating:
These were ok. I plan on making them again and I agree with other reviews. Cut back on the bisquick (so you can taste the sausage) and add milk. These were dry and doughie. For the sauce I used a Horseraddish sauce and that spiced them up a bit.
sausage balls
06/18/2008 at 05:34pm
User: Louise from Dade city, FL User Rating:
i made these for my birthday party and every one enjoyed them
love these mmm
04/28/2008 at 08:11pm
User: Vicki from Allentown, PA User Rating:
i love these so very much and i want to thank you so very much paula for the recipes i love you sincerley vicki
awesome!
04/18/2008 at 10:49am
User: Lisa from Garner, NC User Rating:
These sausage balls are awesome! They are now the expected snack anytime I get together with friends for tupperware parties, scrapbook parties or even our yearly Christmas party! They are a BIG hit. The best thing about this recipe is that it is so easy and they taste like it took you all day to make them. Thanks Paula!
Fast and Delicious
03/09/2008 at 09:43pm
User: Ginger from Lexington, NC User Rating:
This recipe is very easy to make. The flavor is just right. If you want less heat, alter it. If you want more, alter it. Freezing these ahead of time is very convenient. Thanks again Paula for an easy stand-by
Great
03/09/2008 at 03:36pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was a easy and delicious recipe. Everyone loved it! It was a little tedious mixing all of the bisquick, cheese, and sausage but it did form a crumbly mixture. On the dipping sauce, I added about 1/2 tsp horseradish to "kick it up a notch."
killer saugage balls!...
02/06/2008 at 06:05pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
everyone absolutely loved these! i served them as appetizers w/o the dip, but i didn't hear one complaint. i actually didn't make enough. they were gone in no time @ all. i will definitely make them again...&& again.
sausage balls
02/04/2008 at 10:54am
User: Joan from Hattiesburg, MS User Rating:
I fixed this for the super bowl munchies and was dissapointed. I broke up the sausage as best I could and mixed it with the other ingredients. 4 cups of cheese is way too much - I ended up throwing away a good 2 1/2 cups of the mixture when there was no more sausage left. Also, it only made about 4 dozen balls. The dip may have made it less dry, but we decided to do without. The pepper didn't make much difference either. I'll go back to the original recipe by the sausage makers!
Easy and pleasing
01/17/2008 at 08:08am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe was a hit with my family! It is such an easy recipe!
Good!
01/08/2008 at 09:03am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made these and they turned out pretty good! I added one egg (beaten) to the mixture, and that made the batter stickier and not as dry. I think I might add some spices next time just to give it a little kick.
Great simple appetizer
01/05/2008 at 05:32pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I haven't made the dip, so I cannot comment on it. But I have made the sausage ball recipe dozens of times over the years. It's so simple to make and it's always a hit. The only thing that is a little difficult is ensuring the baking mix is well incorporated with the sausage and cheese. It helps to rub the mix and sausage together between your fingers. Once everything is well mixed, the balls will not fall apart in the oven and they won't be dry since the sausage will moisten all the ingredients as it cooks. Once you make these for a party, everyone will ask for them again and again.
Yum!!
01/05/2008 at 11:55am
User: Tracy from McDonough, GA User Rating:
My mom made these the whole time I was a kid. I still LOVE them anytime time of the year. A classic recipe to last through years and years to come!!!
Popular and yummy!
01/05/2008 at 10:03am
User: Amanda from Fort Stewart, GA User Rating:
So delicious and so incredibly easy! A definite party favorite!
Sausage Balls
12/31/2007 at 06:50pm
User: Vince from Tucson, AZ User Rating:
Paula does it again, I remembered these from my childhood but nobody could recall the recipe. For a little extra kick I use some nice fresh pork chorizo yummmm! Thanks Paula!
VERY GOOD!!!
12/30/2007 at 07:53pm
User: KARINA from CLEVELAND, OH User Rating:
These were quick, easy and very good. I was actually surprised how good they were! I did add a bit of milk which kept them moist and used a little less bisquik and cheese. I will definitely make these again. If people complained that they were too dry, they may have cooked them too long.
Great for Any Occasion
12/27/2007 at 12:50pm
User: Stephanie from Sherwood, AR User Rating:
While it takes a while to work all the ingredients together, these are some of the only sausage balls I have found with a good ratio of sausage to flour. Other recipes have been too dry. The work is well worth the result. I never have leftovers.
I LOVE sausage balls - some suggestions......
12/26/2007 at 07:55pm
User: SHELLY from Norfolk, VA User Rating:
I agree with a lot of the previous posters - this is one of the driest recipes I've ever seen for sausage balls. I tried Paula's way but didn't care for it. Here are my suggestions based on my family's recipe: heat oven to 350. It can be tough to tell if they are cooked through. I pull one out at 15 minutes and cut it open to see how cooked it is. Usually 17 minutes total is enough. make sure the sausage is at room temperature. When I make the mix I start with 2/3 cup baking mix per pound of sausage. The total mix should be crumbly so I usually end up adding a little more. I think Paula has too much mix in her recipe for my taste. Be careful not to over work the sausage into the dry mix. Just like meatloaf, over working will make the cooked product tough and dry. Mix just enough to combine. Roll the balls very lightly. It shouldn't be a hard solid ball. That will take longer to cook which will make them very dry If you are using a low fat sausage or ground turkey or chicken and / or a low fat cheese, make sure you add some extra moisture. Lower fat ingredients will result in a dryer sausage ball. Try a splash or two of milk or some grated onion - grate and use the juice The person that said that Paula is a fake must not understand the concept of the show.....her show is about home cooking. Of course there are many versions of the food she cooks. But that doesn't mean she's a fake. I love her show - I just didn't care for this particular recipe.
These are great!
12/22/2007 at 12:21pm
User: Rose from Louisville, KY User Rating:
Followed recipe exact and Husband said these are the best I have ever made. I made sure to form them to the correct size (I have a habit of making them a tad big) and made sure not to over bake. Wonderful.
Sausage balls
12/19/2007 at 03:59pm
User: SUZI from Mount Vernon, OH User Rating:
Dear Paula, I love watching your shows and try some of ur recipes. when i tried this one the Sausage balls i found it to be to dry so added 2 eggs to it and then it was ok.... Thank you very much Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Suzanne Silliman Mount Vernon OH
Wonderful!
12/19/2007 at 02:03am
User: Tammy from Prattville, AL User Rating:
These sausage balls were great! The ingredients were exact. For those people who have complained about the recipe being too dry...you are over-cooking the sausage balls. Also, you must be sure to completely mix all of the ingredients. It is necessary to use your hands in order to get all of the Bisquick mix incorporated into the sausage. Sausage is a very firm meat and it takes awhile in order to break it down. Once mixed...roll out the balls being careful not to make them too big because it will take too long to cook and then of course they will be dry. Anyway...these sausage balls tasted exactly like a sausage and cheese biscuit. By the way...they will dry out if you let them sit out too long so if you are planning on serving them for an appetizer cover them in an air tight container or ziplock bag with a warm damp paper towel to keep them moist.
Good without the sauce
12/17/2007 at 12:51pm
User: heather from johnson city, TN User Rating:
You really do need to cut back on the bisquick....way too much. 3 cups is good. I love Paula and her recipes. However, the dip sauce is awful! Taste like a big bowl of mayo with a dash of mustard..NO FLAVOR...disgusting. Sorry Paula
Sausage Balls
12/14/2007 at 11:42pm
User: Deborah from Austell, GA User Rating:
I have served this every Christmas at my yearly Christmas parties & not only my guests love them, but they are always the first to go in my family. Delicious, easy to make and can be made ahead and just put them in the freezer. When ready to serve, just put in oven. No thawing necessary. Excellent recipe.
excellenty
12/12/2007 at 06:19pm
User: diAnne from fort madison, IA User Rating:
sure love the easy way of doing it, sure is a pleasure to do things fast,, thanks
great with a lil tweak
12/12/2007 at 05:52pm
User: tabatha from burns, TN User Rating:
i found if you cook your sausage first then add the rest of the ingredients you cut down on your cooking time in the oven and the sausageballs are much more moist. thanks paula
Sausage Balls
12/10/2007 at 06:57pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
ANOTHER GOOD ONE FROM THE GREAT PUALA DEAN
An Awesome Party Food
12/06/2007 at 04:31pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I've made this 4 or 5 times and I love it! It's a real crowd pleaser, and easy to make.
Suggestions
12/06/2007 at 04:15pm
User: Angel from Starkville, MS User Rating:
use about 1/4 cup or so in the mix when mixing with your hands. do not use the pepper. Use a little extra cheese, I use 10 ounces of sharp cheddar, and I use Bryan Mild sausage. use 3 cups of Bisquick baking mix I have made sausage balls for years, and i use the water when mixing, the little extra cheese, and bisquick mix, and they are ALWAYS eaten within a few minutes of putting them out
First-time sausage ball-maker
12/05/2007 at 03:48pm
User: Kimberly from Livingston, TX User Rating:
This recipe was great, with one exception. As a first-time sausage ball maker, I could have greatly benefitted from a little note advising me NOT to cook the sausage before I baked the balls. No matter - i threw out the first batch and enjoyed the second!
Awesome Sausage Balls from Paula Dean
11/18/2007 at 02:16pm
User: Jerri from Lake Park, GA User Rating:
I just love Paula Dean, ya'll! I find all of her recipes mouth watering. And she didnt fall under my pedastal I have her on, with these.
Save yourself the work
11/18/2007 at 12:54pm
User: lora from sand lake, MI User Rating:
and just take your food money straight to the garbage can. I saw the episode and they did not even look like this. Like a fool I doubled this to have lots of leftovers to go with the grits. I am feeding these greasy dough balls to the dogs. I hope the do not clog.
Not worthy
10/10/2007 at 02:13pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe sounded simple and good. However, I will not make them again. The baking mix just mucks up the sausage taste and texture and they aren't pretty enough to serve as an appetizer to guests. The concept is good, but the recipe needs fixing. I may pan fry them next time and even cut out the baking mix.
It does take like a sausage biscut
09/18/2007 at 10:23pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
It was very easy to make. It took a bit of time to incorporate the cheese, biscuit mix and sausage together. They didn't to seem to want to "mix together". Another thing, they are good left overs but don't over microwave them or they dry out.
VERY EASY & VERY GOOD
09/13/2007 at 03:27pm
User: ALLEN from PORTSMOUTH, VA User Rating:
I just couldn't believe how good these turned out. Furthermore, I am not the regular cook of the house so I'm not that good when it comes to cooking. This recipe is an excellent and very affordable but most of all, It tastes great!!!
Delicious!
09/07/2007 at 06:35pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
We always enjoy Paula Deens recipes and this is just one more added to our list!! They were SO good!! Thank you as always Paula!!!
good
08/21/2007 at 09:25am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
taste just like cheese sausage biscuit did not make the dip to go with them but it was good don't make them to small or the will burn
Sausage Balls
08/11/2007 at 02:46pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The sausage balls are very easy to prepare. I substituted the black pepper by using a "Hot" sausage. Fantastic!!
crowd pleaser!!
08/08/2007 at 09:32am
User: AMY from CHAPIN, SC User Rating:
These are great sausage balls. If you like things a little spicy use hot sausage. I love Jimmy Dean's hot sausage! Also they are great with sour cream, ranch dressing for dip! One more tip,for brunch I served with a choice fruit preserves or spicy brown mustard for dipping and it was a hit!!
Great party snack
08/01/2007 at 04:51pm
User: Chad from Fort Worth, TX User Rating:
Been making this exact recipe for years. Always a success.
Good appetizer
07/30/2007 at 09:10pm
User: Veronica from Lake Elsinore, CA User Rating:
This was a good recipe, but next time I will add some salt and cook it about 5 minutes less so it won't be so dried out.
Must modify recipe
07/30/2007 at 12:08pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The simplicity of the ingredients is hard to beat. It's just a matter of proportions. You have to know how moist the cheese and sausage you've chosen are and you have to understand your oven. I made this w/ 2 Cups Bisquick, one pound uncooked sausage, 2 Cups white cheddar (I grated it myself). Baked @ 350 until golden (18 min.) I only got 3 dozen out of it, but my family ate them practically before I could get them off the tray and onto the table. As far as the dip goes, they all tried it and then reached for the Ranch dressing. I think this is one of those recipes that you just have to play around with until you get it where you want it.
Sausage Balls
07/29/2007 at 12:15pm
User: Jane from Westland, MI User Rating:
These are the greatest! I used Paula's Smithfield sausage, added a lillte garlic powder, and a little smoke seasoning, and Wow! These were a real hit!
Ooops...and still yummy!
07/27/2007 at 05:57pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made the mistake of using pancake mix instead of baking mix. (I was out of the recommended ingredient. Still yummy, but quite dry. I'll do it right next time! Wendy
Oh Soooo Good
07/27/2007 at 02:46pm
User: Jan S from Matthews, NC User Rating:
Paula thank you for bringing back an oldie but goodie. For over 20 yrs I have made this recipe, with one slight difference, and it has always been a BIG hit! My one difference is I use Italian Hot sausage. I was so surprised and delighted when I saw Paula (one of my favorite HGTV people) making one of "my" old favorite recipes.
good
07/25/2007 at 11:24pm
User: Elizabeth from Clarksville, TN User Rating:
It takes a while to mix together but they are so good
Delish!!
07/23/2007 at 05:32pm
User: Heather from perry, GA User Rating:
I used this recipe several times only I cut the biscuit mix to 2 cups. Also, I roll them in "Shake n' Bake" and hide a slice of jalapeno pepper in the middle. It adds moisture and tons more flavor!!! These are ALWAYS a hit and requested every time we get together with friends!
Great with modifications
07/23/2007 at 04:19pm
User: Kathy from bath, PA User Rating:
This looked like a great quick recipe, so I figured i'd try it. I am glad I read the reviews. Since a few said it was dry, I took one of the reviewers suggestion and used, sour cream, dill, cut down on the bisuick mix, etc. These were a hit!!! Thanks Paula and thanks to the reviewers suggestions!
the best
07/20/2007 at 10:28pm
User: robert from GARDEN CITY,MO, MO User Rating:
would you please have paula meke a old fashion raisin pie and put it on the show all of paulas show i will not miss along with emril,tyler
BRUCNCH REVIEW
07/20/2007 at 04:22pm
User: Vivian from Cleveland, TN User Rating:
Absolutely perfect for a brunch.......Paula's meals are always wonderful......to all of us deep south girls.
Excellent
07/11/2007 at 06:27pm
User: Adel from Decherd, TN User Rating:
Excellent
Great snack for hungry crowd
06/10/2007 at 02:27pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I've made this recipe dozens of times. Recommend using 1 lb regular sausage and 1 lb hot sausage if you choose to double the recipe--adds just enough kick to make it a little more interesting.
Too Dry!
06/04/2007 at 02:24pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
There seems to be to much of the baking mix!
Another hit from Paula!
05/13/2007 at 07:32pm
User: melanie from Baltimore, MD User Rating:
great easy recipe!! be sure to add 1/2 cup milk to help the balls to stick together. I used fresh grated cheese too. I even made them ahead of time (a few hours) and covered them with foil and they were ready to be baked when I was ready. They took around 18 minutes or so ... the sausage should be raw when you make them by the way (another person asked this earlier) I made the sauce with spicy brown mustard.. they are great plain too or with jelly !:) thanks Paula !!you are the woman ! ;) you helped make our Mother's day yummy!! ( I made 3 other recipes of yours on this day! :)
So Simple
05/07/2007 at 05:34pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe is so simple to make and very delicious.
Delish
05/02/2007 at 08:13am
User: Blanca from Raritan, NJ User Rating:
Not to hard to make.
Delicious
04/29/2007 at 12:59pm
User: Roberta from Kokomo, IN User Rating:
These are quite tasty little snacks, and they disappear quicker than the time spent making them. Be sure to get cheaper sausage; it has more fat content which will bind the ingredients together while cooking. The only drawback is that it's a bit labor intensive so plan ahead in doing this. Freezing them ahead of time is an idea I just read here and will try the next time.
Easy & Tasty Starter
04/18/2007 at 03:40pm
User: dana from belleair bluffs, FL User Rating:
This is so easy to make, and it would be great at any kind of gathering as a starter!
Lovable Classic
04/05/2007 at 12:00pm
User: Tonya from Magnolia, TX User Rating:
I used this for an after-school snack for the kids. They gobbled them right up and asked for more. I put ranch and honeymustard out for dipping sauces too. Aside from being a little too dry, we love this recipe.
Mixed reviews
04/02/2007 at 03:49pm
User: Katy from Loudon, NH User Rating:
I made these as an appetizer for Christmas eve dinner. My kids and I weren't very impressed, but the rest of the family thought they were great.
Very Good, but I changed the recipe a bit
03/27/2007 at 10:20am
User: Regina from Glenside, PA User Rating:
These sausage balls are really good, but i adjusted the recipe a bit. I used turkey sausage instead of pork, and i added a 1/2 cup more milk, and a handful of parmesan cheese to make it a bit cheesier. They turned out great, and everyone loved them.
Could be better
03/18/2007 at 10:16pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
These were okay but all in all I would have to pass. Nothing real memorable about this recipe except that the sausage balls were quite greasy. Perhaps using turkey sausage?!
Pretty good.
03/03/2007 at 10:07am
User: LISA from St. Clairsville, OH User Rating:
I made these for my husband on fathers day and they were pretty good, however they were a little dry. the balls didnt want to stay formed. the next time i make these i will use less bisquick and more sausage. maybe 1 cup less bisquick and 1/2 lb more sausage.
Family Fun
02/18/2007 at 01:06pm
User: Cathy from Louisville, KY User Rating:
Simple, tasty and family favorite
So-So
02/07/2007 at 01:14pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
These are ok, but thought they were way too dry. I tried using Grey Poupon mustard to add a little flavor...didn't seem to help. I love Paulas show and will continue to watch.
Another Wonderful Recipe of Paula's
02/04/2007 at 01:28pm
User: sara from Deep Run, NC User Rating:
This is one of the best recipe's for sausage balls. I have cooked them many times. When I cooked these I had people begging for the recipe I didn't make the dip because they are so good without it! Another great recipe from Paula!
very blah
02/01/2007 at 06:15pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe was very easy to make...but it had no taste, it was very blah.
Excellent Sausage Balls
01/31/2007 at 01:13pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe was excellent. It tasted great, and was good for breakfast, brunch, snacks, whatever. The first time I make them, they seemed a little dry, so the next time, I cut back on the baking mix---Instead of 3 cups, I used 2 1/4 cups, and they were even more moist and delicious. Love it, love it, love it.
Appetizer ala Pop
01/28/2007 at 04:15pm
User: INGRID from Savannah, GA User Rating:
These sausage balls are sooooo easy to prepare and are very quick. Try it on a skewer with carrots, bell peppers and onions dipped in marinara sauce! Your kids would love it.
Sausage Balls
01/27/2007 at 08:44am
User: Ann from Tuscaloosa, AL User Rating:
These are SO good! We made them for a family get together and everyone stood by the stove and ate them as soon as they came out of the oven! Not one was left over! We are cooking another batch this morning! They are wonderful the next day with scrambled eggs....
Great !!!
01/26/2007 at 11:01am
User: stacey from Hayes, VA User Rating:
Atfer reading all the comments I decided to take some advise and cut back on the flour. I also took and used freshly grated parm. cheese and parsley. What a wonderful turn out! I had no touble with this recipe, just fun.
AMAZING!
01/20/2007 at 11:06am
User: Carey from Savannah, GA User Rating:
The recipe is super easy and extremely tasty. It is a party FAVORITE!
very good
01/18/2007 at 06:50pm
User: laura from Oak Ridge, TN User Rating:
this recipe for sausage cheese balls is delicious. i used to make this so much that i memorized the recipe. after not making it for a while i forgot the recipe so i looked on food network.com and i saw paula deens recipe and it looked just like the recipe i had before, and tastes just the same.
Pretty easy
01/17/2007 at 04:04pm
User: John from Corbin, KY User Rating:
These are easy to make and taste good.
too dry
01/14/2007 at 12:13pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I followed the recipe exactly and they were crumbly the entire time I tried to make them into balls. So I really ended up making a complete mess. Needed little more of a sausage taste. They were not completely horrible, but not the tastiest.
So good
01/14/2007 at 09:50am
User: Carol from Rock Hill, SC User Rating:
My husband made these for our Christmas party. They were a hit. Like bite-sized sausage biscuits with cheese.
Terrific
01/13/2007 at 03:52am
User: RICK from Milwaukie, OR User Rating:
These were great. Everybody loved them. Weren't dry like one commenter put. I read a couple of the comments from people about them being a little bit oily. I used Jimmy Dean sausage and they were fine. Experimented with different varieties of sausage. Found I like the hot sausage best. Also tried once reducing the Bisquick down to 2 cups. It worked for me anyway by making the balls more meaty. Family loved them more with the reduced Bisquick. Paula hasn't failed me yet.
Delicious and Easy
01/11/2007 at 06:14pm
User: Hillary from Woodstock, GA User Rating:
Diane from Antioch, TN hit the nail on the head: 2 cups bisquick, 2 cups (not preshredded) sharp cheddar, 1 lb. sausage, bake at 325 for 15-20 minutes. I also added just a splash of milk to wet the mixture a little. These were soooo good, everyone at our New Year's Eve party gobbled them up. They're also perfect for breakfast.
YUMMY!
01/10/2007 at 04:13pm
User: Megan from Lancaster, CA User Rating:
I followed the recipe exactly as written, as nothing from Paula has ever failed me! IT WAS PERFECT!!! I made these New Years Morning as a start to breakfast, and they were gobbled up by kids and adults alike! I received lots of compliments on them too! THANKS Paula for an easy YUMMY recipe!
sausage balls
01/07/2007 at 06:58am
User: Lisa from Hazlet, ND User Rating:
I have been making this recipe for over 20 yrs. But my recipe calls for 1lb.sweet Italian sausage 2c.bisquick & 2c. cheddar cheese. I don't grease the pan (there is enough fat in sausage). When making, leave the sausage at room temp. since the fat in the sausage will be easier to work with.
Stove Top Dining
01/06/2007 at 07:35pm
User: Christine from Wilmington, IL User Rating:
This New Year's Eve we made the sausage balls for our family. Half of our double batch was gone before they were cooled of enough to take them off the trays! We now have a new edition to the New Year's tradition!
paula's sausage balls
01/05/2007 at 09:18pm
User: Kathy from Louisville, KY User Rating:
This is a great recipe. I made it after watching this episode of Food Network. However, 4 cups of cheddar is a mistake! Had alot of cheese leftover and had to throw it away. Checked the recipe in her "Lady and Sons Savannah Country Cookbook" and it calls for 2 cups of cheese. Make sure this is the amount you use!
easy and delicious
01/03/2007 at 11:33pm
User: Jessica from St. Joseph, MO User Rating:
theses were so easy and turned out really well. it was a lot easier than making the sausage patties and the biscuits...i didn't have bisquik so i just made my own biscuit mix (everything but milk) and i used turkey sausage. it worked really well and they tasted great.
Paula Deen's Sausage balls
01/02/2007 at 02:43am
User: Sharon from Lakewood, NJ User Rating:
We made these for our New Years Eve celebration and found them not to be very good. Unlike all of the other recipies we have tried from our favorite Paula Deen we felt these we missing something. We followed the recipe exactly and found the sausage balls were very dry, almost unedible.
good ol' balls
01/01/2007 at 10:26pm
User: christina from clarksville, TN User Rating:
I saw this recipe on Paula's Home Cookin this morning, and I made them tonight, cause it just looked so good easy and it was! Went to the grocery store bought 3 things and that was it. My husband loves them ( so does my dog, she got the first one when it rolled off the pan she didn't even mind that it was burning hot!!!)
Football game fare
01/01/2007 at 06:14pm
User: Linda from Charleston, SC User Rating:
I have been looking for this receipe! About 10 years ago my mother-in-law would bake these and bring them to the local high school football games. They are as good as I remember!
sucks
01/01/2007 at 05:41pm
User: m from houston, TX User Rating:
this recipe was horrible!!!! it tasted like crap on a stick.
Easy southern classic
01/01/2007 at 11:46am
User: Kelly from Dallas, TX User Rating:
We had these every Christmas when I was a child. As we've gotten older we no longer have a big gathering with all the family. These are just like my aunt Fran used to make. Salty, savory, crunchy, best right out of the oven. Super easy and totally yummy! Tip: you can freeze unbaked balls in a zip-top bag and pull them out as you need them. Great for last minute guests anytime of day!
doughy and dry
01/01/2007 at 09:59am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
These sausage balls were horrible! Not even dipping them in sauce could help the dryness. I will never make these again. (very disappointing)
Too Dry and Tasteless
12/30/2006 at 10:30pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I followed the receipe as directed, but no-one cared for more than one bite, the sausage balls was to dry.
Very Good
12/28/2006 at 03:38pm
User: bobbie from spokane, WA User Rating:
I made these for Christmas Eve. They were the first things to go....I served mine with a sweet hot mustard. They were excellent!!!!
sausage balls
12/26/2006 at 08:22pm
User: JoDee from forney, TX User Rating:
My husband just loved these sausage balls and he is very picky!
They're a HIT!!
12/26/2006 at 04:09pm
User: Angela from Brookeland, TX User Rating:
I made the recipe just as it was, and it was GREAT! My nephew raved about them, and the dip was eaten with everything. I did use a brown mustard in the dip.... but that was the only variation! I will be making these again for New Year's Eve! Thanks Paula... Angela
sasage balls
12/25/2006 at 12:07pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
They are delicious
Very easy!
12/21/2006 at 07:18pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
It was very easy and tasted pretty good, but a bit too much oil for me. Those who prefer less fat or oil better cook on a pan instead of oven. Then you can remove excess oil using paper towel while cooking.
Awesome Sausage Balls!
12/21/2006 at 09:20am
User: Joy from Jacksonville, AR User Rating:
I followed the recipe as directed. They were absolutely wonderful!!
yummy
12/20/2006 at 05:19pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
yummy
Mary, Tacoma Washington
12/18/2006 at 07:24pm
User: MARY from Tacoma, WA User Rating:
My family loved these, the grandkids for sure, finger food
Good but not Great
12/18/2006 at 05:01am
User: Brian from Yigo, GU User Rating:
First, should you cook the sausage or use it raw? The mix was very dry but had good flavor. Everyone seemed to like them. Good with beer but then again what isn't?
sausage balls
12/16/2006 at 02:30pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
sorry paula, this wasen't one of your better receips. I won't make it again.
Try the variations
12/14/2006 at 04:58pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
These tasted pretty good, but were very ugly to look at. Mine turned out to be a big mess. I followed the recipe exactly, so next time I will try some of the variations the other reviewers suggested. They fell apart while baking and I had to press them back together halfway through, and the cheese got too brown and crusty. We did eat them though, and they had a good taste. I think less Bisquick and more liquid is a must. Also, I tried the mayonaisse dip and did not like it. I used strawberry jam instead.
Easy and delicious
12/13/2006 at 12:31am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This has always been a favorite of mine but I had not made it in a while until Paula brought it back to mind. I had used a little more than 2 cups of biscuit mix. I do think 3 cups would be too much but I'll give it a try. I am not sure about the sauce. I'd think a sweet sauce would be better if you wanted one.
Yum!
12/12/2006 at 03:04pm
User: Trina from Sugarloaf, CA User Rating:
I am glad I read the reviews before trying them. I took they advice of some of the others and used less bisquick and added a few other ingrediants. I added about a half a cup of sour cream, 1/2 a tablespoon of mustard, 1/2 teaspoon of dill, and 1 teaspoon parsley. I also only used 2 cups of bisquick instead of three. They turned out delicious and the sauce went well with them. It is very simple, but it turns out to be a creamy spicy mustard sauce that goes perfect with the sausage. I can see how many people thought that these were too dry. If you don't add any type of wet ingrediant and use the full amount of bisquick they would be really dry. Take the advice of others and then give them a try. They are a delicious, quick and easy appitizer.
Too Dry
12/09/2006 at 02:23pm
User: Debby from Lincoln, CA User Rating:
After reading the previous reviews, I adjusted the biscuit mix to just 2 cups and it still was WAY TOO DRY. I'm not a very good cook, so I'm not likely to try to adjust the recipe again. I was looking for a fast, easy and delicious appetizer. Oh well, back to the drawing board.
good
12/08/2006 at 03:29pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
reallygood
I am not allowed to leave the house without these
12/07/2006 at 04:35pm
User: Melissa from Greenfield, IN User Rating:
I have been making these sausage balls for a couple of years before I saw Paula make it. I took them to a get together with our friends and now I am never allowed to get together with them unless I promise to bring these with me they are great. I will admit that I have a hard making them without eating half of them as I do. They are so good!
yummy
12/05/2006 at 09:20am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
any thing paula do is the best recipes have in my collects
New recipe and variations
12/04/2006 at 07:08pm
User: Tracey from raleigh, NC User Rating:
I brown the sausage before I cook it, if you dont the consistency will be weird. I also use Jiffy baking mix, it has less sodium and a better flavor (IMHO). I dont technically measure things out. I let the sausage (1.5-2lbs) cool (but not completely cool) after cooking and draining. I add maybe 2 cups of jiffy mix. I then put about 2-3 cups of cheese (mix of extra sharp and sharp) If the mixture isnt soft enough to roll, I add 2 tablespoons of melted butter with a 1-2tablespoons of whole milk. I roll into small balls and cook on parchment paper at 375 degrees for about 10 minutes. I need to start measuring this because everytime I cook it people ask me, all I can say is that you dont want so much baking mix that there is some standing in the bottom, you are really just coating the sausage very well. A great variation is sliced or diced pepperoni and shredded monterey jack/parmesean cheese with a half stick of softened butter. My kids call these pizza balls and they go FAAAST!
fast and easy
11/12/2006 at 05:56pm
User: Kathy from Port Orange, FL User Rating:
This was a fast and easy way to make finger food for company. They were delicious, but be careful not to leave them out too long... eat them up quickly, they tend to harden for some reason. But the flavor is quite good.
perfect for brunch or parties
11/12/2006 at 12:29pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
These were a HUGE hit at a superbowl party as well as potluck brunch! They are so easy to make (and pop in your mouth)!!!
Add One Thing...
10/14/2006 at 12:05pm
User: Jenna from Fort Bragg, NC User Rating:
Youll need to add mlk, a few drops at a time to this recipe. If you dont, it simply doesnt come together, your baking mix and cheese crumble together but the sausage, for the most part, remains separate. If you try to bake it this way, it comes out a mess. Only add just enough milk to meld the ingredients together, you dont want it wet or soupy, just moist, to form it together. I also use a weighted small sized cookie scoop to make sure they are of uniform size for baking.
Needs Tweaking!
10/08/2006 at 03:58pm
User: Irene from Galveston, TX User Rating:
This recipe lacked flavor and the dough was overpowering. I added milk to make it more pliable to roll into balls.
Family Tradition
08/25/2006 at 11:44am
User: Traci from McDonough, GA User Rating:
I have to say that this is one of our holiday family traditions to get up on christmas morning and pop these right into the oven. I always freeze mine ahead of time so there is no preparation. For those that say it is too dry, try adding just a small amount of milk. NOT A LOT....just enough to give it a bit of moisture. I usually add a little under a 1/2 cup of milk.
Super easy and super delicious.
08/23/2006 at 02:25pm
User: debbie from Coto de Caza, CA User Rating:
An easy and delicious crowd pleaser.
Yummers
08/21/2006 at 02:49pm
User: Stacey from Blaine, WA User Rating:
Easy easy easy to make. I messed up when I made 2 batches - added half the chesse - was very good! We all liked it!! Our Chinese exchange student could not get enough!! Tastes like a sausage biscuit but better than at the restaurant. We like it with just mustard. Makes a great bite to eat in the morning. Nuke a few seconds and you have it.
sausage balls
08/19/2006 at 08:56pm
User: Patricia from Alexandria, VA User Rating:
Very good. A great holiday party food or good for a potluck item. We liked it alot and it is very easy!
Great Appetizer
08/10/2006 at 02:18pm
User: Rose from La Vergne, TN User Rating:
Have used this recipe for years. Fast and easy to make. Always a big hit!
Changes I Made
08/06/2006 at 06:20pm
User: Clare from Newtown, CT User Rating:
Ok. Here is what I did to make these little balls awesome. After reading everybody's reviews (and thank goodness that we can write these reviews)and going to the Bisquik web site this is what I did: 1. 1 1/2 cup Bisquik 2. 1 cup and a hand full shredded sharp cheddar cheese. 2. 1 lb sweet Italian sausage. I shredded the cheese myself, I did not buy a bag of shredded cheese. It's moister. I also went to the meat department of my supermarket and bought the sausage. It's not Jimmy Dean. They also had 1 lb of sweet or hot sausage patties. I will try that another time. Maybe 1/2 lb of each. Then I froze 24 and cooked 12 in my toaster oven at 325 for 15 minutes. But I could have cooked at 350 for 15 minutes in my oven. They were moist and wonderful. They were actually better without the dip.
Addictive balls!!
08/05/2006 at 08:25pm
User: Kelly from Oxnard, CA User Rating:
I had to make these the day I saw the show...and I was so glad I did. I couldn't get enough. These would make a fantastic potluck item. I even made my with VEGETARIAN sausage and they turned out perfect and delicous.
great
08/04/2006 at 04:29pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I double recipe, using 1 lb hot sausage and 1 lb mild sausage. I find that if you mix the sausage & cheese first then add the bisquick mix a little at a time it is easier to mix. I also only cook for about 10 minutes, this way I can reheat without overcooking. also freezes well.
sausage balls
08/04/2006 at 04:22pm
User: Leah from fort worth, TX User Rating:
this is so goo I just cant believe it.
Not good at all!!
07/27/2006 at 02:45pm
User: carole from sarasota, FL User Rating:
I looked at the reviews after I made them, which was my mistake, but usually want Paula makes is good. I was making them for my Grandsons family birthday party, as I thought that they would be good for both the adults and children. They are really horrible, very very dry and tastless. I guess I will have to just dump them and come up with something else. Quite a bit of money and time down the drain!!! The good news was, that I tasted them before I presented them! What I can't figure is all those that gave them four stars.
Another great snack
07/10/2006 at 03:25pm
User: Eric from Morganton, NC User Rating:
Best Sausage balls ever. We cook alot of them and reheat them as we want to as a snack.
My husband loves these things!
05/30/2006 at 12:22pm
User: Melissa from Fountain Inn, SC User Rating:
And I love to make them!
Great and Easy
05/27/2006 at 12:27pm
User: Shannon from Columbus, OH User Rating:
I thought these were just the best. They would really work for anything but I made them for a breakfast get together. They were a great hit. They turned out a little dry but I think that was because I left them in the over on warm for a bit? Anyhow over all I would recommend this recipe
More sausage please
05/06/2006 at 01:05pm
User: JOYCE from Golden, CO User Rating:
The recipe as is was more biscuit than sausage. I doubled the amount of sausage. I used Jimmy Dean low fat sausage. My teenage son declared they were the best snack ever and requested that I make the balls smaller so he doesn't have to bite into them. He wants to sit in front of the TV and pop them in his mouth.
Very Tasty and everyone loved
04/23/2006 at 02:39pm
User: Irmie from Morris, IL User Rating:
Very Simple and tasted great ... also freezes well... Did add a little bit of sugar to my dipping sauce and everyone loved it.
great balls of sausage
04/17/2006 at 08:12pm
User: becky from flint, MI User Rating:
quick, super easy, delicious
sausage balls
04/05/2006 at 03:59pm
User: sheila from moranton, NC User Rating:
greatest recipe. fix them like this and you can not go wrong.
They are great, ya'll!
04/04/2006 at 10:38pm
User: Jackie from Ruston, LA User Rating:
Normally, I stay away from sausage, but these are the perfect mixture of cheese, sausage, and bisquick. They are ready quickly and disappear just as fast since they are the perfect size for popping. My fiance loves them too. Mmmmm mmmm!
Very Easy
04/03/2006 at 04:40pm
User: Ryan from Monroe, LA User Rating:
I tried this at home and found that it was a very simple and delicious idea for a snack or for any party. They were a huge hit.
Easy and lots for your time
03/26/2006 at 11:46am
User: Lisa from Geneva, OH User Rating:
These are very easy, inexpensive and you get about 4 dozen!! I've told all my friends.
Easy and Delicious!
03/24/2006 at 11:28pm
User: SANDY from Santa Rosa, CA User Rating:
I was a little hesitant to make these as I am not a big fan of sausage appetizers, but I made these for my bunco group and they were a huge hit! I wouldn't believe that such an easy recipe with only three ingredients could be packed with so much flavor! Thanks, Paula, for another winner. Your recipes are making me a very popular person!
karen55
03/21/2006 at 07:18pm
User: karen from Portsmouth, VA User Rating:
I enjoy watching paula dean and some of the simple things she makes life easy
great
03/21/2006 at 01:47pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My husband went nuts over these! I did cut back on the bisquick as suggested from other reviewers. I used 1 1/2 cups instead of 3. They turned out great!
Ugh!
03/18/2006 at 07:45am
User: SALLY from Holland, MI User Rating:
The dip was good but we thought the sausage balls were way too dry.
sausage balls
03/15/2006 at 06:59pm
User: Delores from Baltimore, MD User Rating:
easy to prepare and very good.
Family Favorite!!
03/15/2006 at 05:56pm
User: Sharon from Ashland, OH User Rating:
My family (including a 6 yr old and a 3yr old) just love these. I substitute low fat ground turkey since sausage does not agree with me. This recipe is so easy and versatile. Sometimes, I add some Cajun seasoning for a little kick!! :) Thanks so much! Sharon
too much cheese
03/08/2006 at 04:37pm
User: Marletta from Hilton, NY User Rating:
There was too much cheese in the mix and i had to add another pound of sausage to make it work.
Good snacks
03/03/2006 at 01:49pm
User: Georgia from Cary, NC User Rating:
Tasty, quick, easy to do. Can be made well ahead of time and popped in freezer until needed
Great Recipe!!!
02/08/2006 at 04:16pm
User: Pam from La Junta, CO User Rating:
This recipe is amazing!!! It is so easy to make and the sausage balls are so yummy!!!! Highly, Highly recommended!!!!
I may have lost count????????????
01/30/2006 at 04:14pm
User: Jim from Coon Rapids, MN User Rating:
I found that the flavor was good. The texture was a hbit floury. I have lost the count of 3 cups of flour.
Plain Jane!
01/29/2006 at 03:00pm
User: Lynn from Newport, MI User Rating:
I've been holding onto this recipe for a while now. It wasn't that good! I was surprised. Very plain. I might suggest a seasoned pork, versus plain pork sausage.
sausage balls
01/28/2006 at 02:41am
User: Diane from Warrensburg, MO User Rating:
i made the sausage balls, but added chopped onion, and used jalepeno cheese. they were out of this world
Sorry but this one's a looser!
01/16/2006 at 11:08pm
User: Stan from Castro Valley, CA User Rating:
As much as I enjoy Paula and her show, this recipe is really bad. I made it tonight for our family and. . .it was a good thing we had other food! Not recommended at all!!!
Sausage Balls
01/15/2006 at 12:41pm
User: Patty from Bend, OR User Rating:
ok, but nothing special--maybe with spicy sausage and a little less Bisquick
awesome
01/12/2006 at 12:24pm
User: Dawn from Conyers, GA User Rating:
These were wonderful and full of flavor. I did take a suggestion from another viewer and cut back on the baking mix and used 2 cups instead of 3,I felt that it made them a little moist instead of so dry. I also used pepper jack cheese instead of the other,that gave them more flavor and a little added kick. Thanks Paula these were wonderful.
Great leftovers
01/09/2006 at 01:41pm
User: Brenda from Kingwood, WV User Rating:
I only used 1 1/2 cups of Bisquick with this recipe. They were delicious. The next morning, I cut up the leftovers and put them in an omelet for my husband along with some sauteed green peppers and onions and some provolone cheese. He loved it.
Easy
01/08/2006 at 05:37pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
These are great and easy too make. Did not freeze well, but would be great for a party.
Sausage Balls
01/08/2006 at 08:51am
User: Mary from Bancroft, IA User Rating:
These are quick,easy, and great tasting. Has became a family favorite after only eating once.
Just like I remembered...
01/06/2006 at 06:44pm
User: Josephine from Chicago, IL User Rating:
I brought these as a late night snack for an after party for New Year's Eve! No one had ever had them before... do they not make them in the Midwest? (I am a Georgia-raised gal). They were a huge hit and gone in no time!
Yummy!
01/05/2006 at 02:42pm
User: Amanda from Litchfield, MN User Rating:
I made these for an office potluck and they were a big hit. I then made them for my family at Christmas time and again....a big hit! For an extra kick,I used spicy sausage. (Jimmy Dean, of course!) One tip....to make it easier to mix (by hand) the sausage, bisquick and cheese, let the sausage come to room temperature first.
Great
01/05/2006 at 01:33pm
User: Ann from Foreston, MN User Rating:
I hadn't made sausage balls in a long time so was excited when I saw Paula making them. I read the reviews first so made some changes. I reduced the Bisquick to 2 cups and since some had said they were a little tasteless, I added some sage, a touch of minced garlic and some grated onion. As I was mixing everything, the mixture still seemed very dry and crumbly, even after several minutes, so on a whim I added 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of water. After a little more mixing, it was very pliable and easy to work with and held together very well. They took about 19 minutes at 325 degrees in my oven to bake but they were great. They were very light and soft but with a crunchy bottom. The taste was wonderful. I believe a lot of the problems depend on the sausage brand and the amount of fat in the sausage. But anyway, I wrote down my changes and will try it that way again. Thanks Paula, I love your show.