Hearty Rye Melts

  Appetizers

When we moved from the Midwest to Kentucky, we were invited to a neighborhood gathering where this appetizer was served. Hanky panky—as it’s often called around here

Hearty Rye Melts

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 2 dozen.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
  • 1/2 pound bulk pork sausage
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 8 ounces Velveeta, shredded
  • 24 slices snack rye bread
  • Fresh parsley sprigs, stems removed

Instructions

  • 1. In a large skillet, cook the beef and sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Add chili powder and cheese; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Spread a heaping tablespoonful on each slice of bread. Place on a baking sheet.
  • 2. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until edges of bread begin to crisp. Garnish with parsley. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 88 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 231mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.

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