Party Rye Appetizers

Elevate your next gathering with these irresistible Party Rye Appetizers, a retro-inspired crowd-pleaser that's perfect for game day, holiday parties, or casual get-togethers! Featuring a savory blend of seasoned ground beef, pork sausage, and creamy melted Velveeta cheese, this decadent spread is generously piled onto bite-sized slices of party rye bread. Flavored with a zesty mix of Worcestershire sauce, garlic and onion powder, and a kick of crushed red pepper flakes, these appetizers strike the perfect balance of rich and bold. Simply bake until golden and bubbly for a warm, satisfying bite that’s ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish! Perfect as a make-ahead option, these deliciously cheesy snacks are sure to become a party staple.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 loaf party rye bread
• 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
• 1 pound bulk pork sausage
• 16 ounces processed cheese (such as Velveeta)
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and bulk pork sausage, breaking them apart as they cook. Stir occasionally and cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 3

While the meat is cooking, cut the processed cheese into small cubes.

Step 4

Once the meat is cooked, drain any excess grease from the skillet. Turn the heat down to low.

Step 5

Add the cheese cubes to the skillet and stir until melted and fully incorporated with the meat.

Step 6

Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.

Step 7

Lay the party rye bread slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet.

Step 8

Spoon a heaping tablespoon of the meat and cheese mixture onto each slice of bread, spreading it evenly to the edges.

Step 9

Bake the prepared rye slices in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the tops are bubbly and lightly browned.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1802.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4775.4

Total Fat 305.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 136.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 922.1mg	0%
Sodium 12527.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.8g
Protein 249.2g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 2445.0mg	0%
Iron 23.7mg	0%
Potassium 4312.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.9%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 18.4%