Sausage, Chili And Cheese Tartlets – Bon Appetit

Servings: 24 Difficulty: Advanced
Crispy wonton cups filled with a savory sausage and cheese mixture, topped with cool sour cream.
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Sausage, Chili And Cheese Tartlets – Bon Appetit

Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 24 Calories: 252.8

Description

These bite-sized tartlets are the ultimate party appetizer, combining crispy wonton wrappers with a rich, savory filling of sweet Italian sausage, melted Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses, and tangy salsa. The addition of diced green chilies provides a gentle kick that balances the richness of the meat and cheese. Topped with a dollop of sour cream and fresh green onions, each tartlet offers a perfect blend of textures and flavors. They are easy to assemble ahead of time, making them ideal for holiday gatherings, game day snacks, or casual get-togethers where you want impressive finger food without last-minute stress.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Remove casings from sausage. Cook sausage in a heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until no longer pink, breaking up meat with a fork.
  2. Drain off excess fat from the skillet.
  3. Add salsa, Monterey Jack cheese, cheddar cheese, and green chilies to the skillet. Simmer until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and allow the sausage mixture to cool completely.
  5. Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (177ðC).
  6. Brush mini muffin cups lightly with olive oil.
  7. Press one wonton wrapper into each prepared muffin cup, ensuring the wrapper extends slightly beyond the top of the cup.
  8. Fill each wonton wrapper cup with a generous tablespoon of the cooled sausage mixture.
  9. Bake until the wonton wrapper edges begin to brown, about 10 minutes.
  10. Carefully transfer the pastries from the muffin cups to a baking sheet.
  11. Return to oven and bake pastries until the bottoms are crisp, about 10 minutes more.
  12. Transfer tartlets to a serving platter.
  13. Place a small dollop of sour cream on each tartlet and sprinkle with chopped green onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24


Amount Per Serving
Calories 252.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.2g25%
Saturated Fat 5.4g27%
Cholesterol 40.0mg14%
Sodium 596.7mg25%
Total Carbohydrate 2.5g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.5g
Protein 21.3g43%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Make Ahead: The filled tartlets can be prepared up to 3 hours in advance. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to bake. Add an extra 2-3 minutes to baking time if cooking from cold.

Handling Wontons: Wonton wrappers can dry out quickly. Keep them covered with a damp towel while assembling to prevent cracking.

Salsa Choice: Use smooth medium-hot salsa. Avoid chunky styles as they may make the filling too wet and cause the wrappers to become soggy.

Storage: Best served fresh. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, though the wrappers will lose some crispness. Reheat in the oven at 350ðF for 5-7 minutes to restore texture.

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