Festive Holly Berry Sausage Bites (Printable Version)

Sausage bites topped with cranberry and herbs, perfect for festive gatherings and parties.

# What You Need:

→ Sausage

01 - 1 lb good-quality cocktail sausages or thick pork sausages, sliced into 3/4-inch rounds
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil

→ Topping

03 - 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
04 - 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
06 - 1 small red chili, deseeded and finely diced (optional)

→ Garnish

07 - Fresh small parsley or rosemary sprigs
08 - 24 fresh or dried cranberries or pomegranate seeds

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss sausage slices with olive oil and arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast sausages for 15 to 20 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and cooked through.
04 - In a small bowl, combine cranberry sauce with chopped parsley, rosemary, and diced chili if using.
05 - Remove sausages from the oven and allow to cool slightly.
06 - Spoon a small dollop of the herbed cranberry mixture onto each sausage slice.
07 - Top each bite with a small parsley or rosemary sprig and a cranberry or pomegranate seed for a festive appearance.
08 - Arrange on a serving platter and serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for holiday gatherings and cocktail parties
  • Easy to prepare with simple ingredients
02 -
  • For a gluten-free version, ensure your sausages are gluten-free
  • Substitute turkey sausages for a lighter option
03 -
  • Add a thin slice of toasted baguette under each sausage for extra crunch
  • Pair these bites with sparkling wine or a light red wine
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