Festive Holly Berry Bites (Print Version)

Savory sausage rounds topped with cranberry sauce and fresh herbs, ideal for festive gatherings.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Sausage

01 - 1 lb good-quality cocktail or thick pork sausages, sliced into ¾-inch rounds
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil

→ Topping

03 - ½ 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

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). 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 fully cooked.
04 - In a small bowl, mix cranberry sauce with chopped parsley, rosemary, and diced chili if using.
05 - Remove sausages from oven and allow to cool briefly.
06 - Top each sausage round with a small spoonful of the herbed cranberry mixture.
07 - Garnish each bite with a small parsley or rosemary sprig and a cranberry or pomegranate seed to mimic holly berries.
08 - Arrange on a serving platter and serve warm or at room temperature.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Perfect for holiday gatherings and cocktail parties
  • Combines savory sausage with tangy cranberry and fresh herbs
02 -
  • For a gluten-free version, ensure your sausages are gluten-free
  • Substitute turkey sausages for a lighter option
03 -
  • Use whole berry cranberry sauce for best texture
  • Chill topping mixture slightly before spooning onto sausages for easier handling
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