SAUSAGE BALLS

Sausage Balls

What to get

• 2 pounds good country sausage
• 2 sleeves saltine-style crackers, crushed
• 1-1/2 cup fresh shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup buttermilk

BOURBON MUSTARD DIPPING SAUCE

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 3 oz (2 shots) Maker's Mark® Bourbon
• 1/3 cup yellow mustard
• 2 TBS honey

What to do

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, combine crackers, egg and buttermilk and mix well.
3. Add sausage and cheese. Mix again, being careful not to overmix.
4. Cover and let sit in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to cool.
5. Form the mixture into balls and place on greased baking sheets.
6. Bake for 12 minutes and check progress. Bake for remaining 6 minutes or until cooked through. You want some browning and crunchy exterior.

FOR THE BOURBON MUSTARD DIPPING SAUCE

1. Combine mayonnaise, mustard, honey and bourbon in a large bowl and mix well.
2. Refrigerate any leftovers and save for up to 1 week.