Festive Holly Berry Bites (Printable Version)

Sausage slices with cranberry sauce and herbs create festive, flavorful bites ideal for celebrations.

# What You'll Need:

→ Sausage

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

→ Topping

03 - 1/2 cup whole 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

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss sausage slices with olive oil and arrange evenly on the baking sheet.
03 - Roast sausages for 15 to 20 minutes, turning once halfway, until golden and cooked through.
04 - Combine cranberry sauce with parsley, rosemary, and chili if using in a small bowl.
05 - Remove sausages from oven and allow to cool slightly.
06 - Spoon a dollop of cranberry mixture onto each sausage piece.
07 - Top each bite with a small parsley or rosemary sprig and a cranberry or pomegranate seed to resemble holly berries.
08 - Arrange on a platter and serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Perfect for holiday gatherings and cocktail parties
  • Gluten-Free option available
02 -
  • Ensure sausages are gluten-free for a gluten-free version
  • Substitute turkey sausages for a lighter option
03 -
  • Turn sausages halfway to ensure even cooking
  • Use whole berry cranberry sauce for best texture
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