Classic Hanky Pankies Recipe for Super Bowl Parties
If you’re attending one of my parties, there’s an appetizer that’s always on the menu, and it’s a classic favorite – Hanky Pankies. These delicious bites are a staple at Super Bowl gatherings, and they never fail to be the first tray to disappear!
The Timeless Appeal of Hanky Pankies
Hanky Pankies have been delighting taste buds since your grandmother’s time, known by various names, including the quirky “s**t on a shingle.”
Regardless of what you call them, one thing is for certain – they are absolutely delicious!
A Unique Twist: Bacon-Infused Goodness
I like to put my spin on this classic recipe by adding a touch of bacon.
As the saying goes, “Bacon makes everything better,” and it holds true for these Hanky Pankies.
My version includes a blend of Jimmy Dean sausage, crumbled bacon, Velvetta cheese, minced onion, garlic powder, a hint of red pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
Make-Ahead Convenience
One of the highlights of this recipe is its make-ahead convenience. You can prepare the sausage, onions, and bacon the night before.
Combine them with spices and Worcestershire, refrigerate, and the next day, simply heat it up, add Velvetta, and spread the mixture over cocktail rye bread before baking.
Alternatively, assemble the Hanky Pankies earlier in the day, refrigerate the pan, and bring it out to reach room temperature before baking.
It’s a hassle-free way to serve up a perfect appetizer for your hungry crowd of football fans!
Hanky Pankies Recipe
Equipment:
- 1 Baking Sheet
- 1 Saute Pan
Ingredients:
- 1 Loaf Cocktail Rye Bread (Found in the Deli)
- 1/2 Roll Bulk Mild Breakfast Sausage (Such as Jimmy Deans)
- 4 Slices Bacon
- 1/2 Pound Velvetta Cheese (cut in cubes)
- 1/4 Medium Onion (finely minced)
- 1/4 Tsp Red Pepper Flakes
- 1/4 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 Tsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 3 Sliced Green Onions (to top) or minced Parsley
Cooking Instructions
- Fry bacon until crisp, remove from the pan, and crumble when cool.
- Cook sausage halfway, then add onions. Once cooked through, reintroduce bacon to the pan. Add Worcestershire, garlic powder, and red pepper, mixing well.
- Add chunks of Velvetta, heat until melted, and remove from heat.
- Place cocktail rye bread on a baking pan and top each piece with a heaping tablespoon of the sausage mixture.
- Bake at 425 degrees for 5-7 minutes, then broil for an additional 2 minutes to crisp up.
- Top with finely chopped green onions or parsley, and serve these incredibly awesome snacks to your hungry Super Bowl crowd!
Enjoy!
If you haven’t tried making Hanky Pankies before, rest assured that you’ve just discovered your new favorite go-to appetizer. Enjoy these irresistible bites on Super Bowl Sunday!
Enjoy the game and savor the deliciousness of these classic bites!
Best Hanky Pankies
Equipment
- 1 Baking Sheet
- 1 Saute Pan
Ingredients
- 1 Loaf Cocktail Rye Bread Found in the Deli
- 1/2 Roll Bulk Mild Breakfast Sausage Such as Jimmy Deans
- 4 Slices Bacon
- 1/2 Pound Velvetta Cheese cut in cubes
- 1/4 Med Onion finely minced
- 1/4 Tsp Red Pepper Flakes
- 1/4 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 Tsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 3 Sliced Green Onions to top Or you can top with minced Parsley
Instructions
- Fry bacon and remove from pan and crumble when cool
- Add sausage and cook half way when still slightly pink add onions
- Once cooked through add bacon back in pan and add worcestershire, garlic powder and red pepper and mix well
- Add chunks of velvetta and heat till melted then remove from heat
- Place cocktail rye bread on baking pan and top each piece with a heaping TB of the sausage mixture
- Bake at 425 degrees for 5 -7 minutes then broil to crisp up for 2 more minutes
- Top with finely chopped green onions or parsley and serve
