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Hanky Panky Recipe

5 from 52 reviews

Hanky Panky is a savory, cheesy meat spread made from a combination of hot pork sausage, ground beef, and Velveeta cheese, seasoned with garlic salt, oregano, and Worcestershire sauce, served on toasted rye or pumpernickel bread. This flavorful appetizer is perfect for parties and gatherings, offering a warm, bubbly topping on crispy bread in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Meat Mixture

  • 1 pound hot pork sausage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound Velveeta cheese
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Bread

  • Rye bread or pumpernickel bread (individual-sized slices)

Instructions

  1. Brown the meat: In a large skillet, brown the hot pork sausage and ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked, breaking the meat into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess grease carefully and return the meat to the pan.
  2. Add the cheese and seasonings: Cut the Velveeta cheese into cubes and add to the hot meat, stirring continuously until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth. Stir in garlic salt, salt, oregano, and Worcestershire sauce to evenly distribute the flavors.
  3. Prepare the bread and bake: Spread the hot meat and cheese mixture evenly over individual-sized slices of rye or pumpernickel bread arranged on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for about 5 minutes, until the bread is toasted and the topping is hot and bubbling.

Notes

  • Use rye or pumpernickel bread for an authentic flavor and texture, but any sturdy bread can work.
  • Drain the cooked meats well to avoid a greasy topping.
  • You can adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Serve warm immediately for best taste and texture.
  • This makes a great party appetizer and can be doubled easily for larger crowds.

Keywords: Hanky Panky, hot sausage spread, Velveeta cheese recipe, party appetizer, cheesy meat spread, rye bread topping