Southern 3-Ingredient Cheesy Sausage Squares
These savory, bite-sized Southern Cheesy Sausage Squares are a legendary staple at holiday brunches, tailgates, and morning meetings. Packed with savory breakfast sausage, sharp cheddar, and a clever biscuit-mix base, they come together effortlessly and disappear even faster.
Ingredients
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1 lb bulk pork breakfast sausage (such as Jimmy Dean regular or hot)
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2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
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2 cups Bisquick baking mix (or any standard biscuit baking mix)
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1/2 cup water or milk (added to bind the mixture)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
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Brown the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the pork sausage until it is completely browned and fully cooked through. Break it apart into fine crumbles with a wooden spoon. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
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Combine the Dry Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Bisquick baking mix and the shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
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Add the Sausage: Add the cooked, slightly cooled sausage (along with any rendered pan drippings for extra flavor) to the bowl with the cheese and baking mix. Toss to combine.
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Bind the Mixture: Pour in the 1/2 cup of water (or milk) and stir vigorously with a sturdy spoon or mix with your hands until a thick, crumbly dough/batter forms and everything is evenly incorporated.
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Press into Dish: Transfer the mixture into your prepared 9×13-inch baking dish. Press it down firmly and evenly into the corners using your hands or the back of a spatula.
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Bake: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Slice and Serve: Let the squares cool for about 10 minutes so they set up properly, then cut them into neat little squares. Serve warm!
Pro Tip: Make these ahead of time! You can bake them the night before, store them covered in the refrigerator, and pop them back into a 350°F oven for 10 minutes to reheat before serving.
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