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Delicious Sausage and Cheese Bread

Delicious Sausage and Cheese Bread

Ingredients

  • 1 lb.sausage: The star ingredient (sausage provides a flavorful. savory base while reducing fat compared to traditional pork bacon.)
  • 1/4 cupchopped onion: Adds natural sweetness and depth of flavor to the mixture.
  • 1/4 cupParmesan cheese: This aged cheese contributes a nutty (salty flavor that enhances the overall taste.)
  • 1/2 cupgrated cheddar cheese: Cheddar brings a creamy texture and sharp flavor (melding beautifully with the other ingredients.)
  • 1egg: Acts as a binder (helping the ingredients hold together and providing richness.)
  • 1/2 teaspoonTexas Pete hot sauce: This adds a touch of heat that balances the richness of the cheese.
  • 1 teaspoonsalt: Essential for enhancing all flavors in the mixture.
  • —Dash of red pepper flakes: Provides an extra kick of heat to elevate the dish.
  • 2 cupsbaking mix (Bisquick: The base for the bread, giving it a party-like softness and structure.)
  • 2/3 cupmilk: Adds moisture and helps to create a tender crumb.
  • 1/4 cupmayonnaise: Creamy and rich (mayonnaise contributes to a moist and flavorful loaf.)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Don't forget to spray a 9x5 inch loaf pan with non-stick spray to ensure easy removal after baking.

  2. 2

    Cook sausage and Onion: In a skillet, cook 1 lb. of crumbled sausage along with 1/4 cup of chopped onion over medium heat until the sausage is browned and the onions are translucent. Once cooked, drain excess grease and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.

  3. 3

    Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 egg, 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup of grated cheddar cheese, 1/2 teaspoon of Texas Pete hot sauce, 1 teaspoon of salt, and a dash of red pepper flakes. Mix until well blended. Gradually stir in 2 cups of baking mix (Bisquick), 2/3 cup of milk, and 1/4 cup of mayonnaise until just incorporated.

  4. 4

    Add sausage and Onion: Fold the cooled sausage and onion mixture into the batter until evenly distributed but do not overmix.

  5. 5

    Bake: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  6. 6

    Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to rest in the pan for about 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly before slicing. Enjoy your warm, delicious Sausage and Cheese Bread!