Description
This Hanky Panky recipe delivers a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer perfect for any gathering. Combining ground beef, cream cheese, and savory seasonings, this spread is delicious on toasted rye bread. Get ready to impress your guests with this classic, cheesy delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (5 ounce) jar processed cheese spread (like Cheez Whiz)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Rye cocktail bread slices
Instructions
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
- In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and processed cheese spread. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Add the seasoned ground beef to the cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
- Spread the Hanky Panky mixture on slices of rye cocktail bread. You can toast the bread lightly for added texture. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or some diced jalapeños to the ground beef mixture.
- Substitute ground beef with Italian sausage for a different flavor profile.
- Lightly toasting the rye bread adds a nice crunch that complements the creamy topping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: Approximately 120 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Hanky Panky, appetizer, easy recipe, ground beef, cream cheese, cheese spread, rye bread, party food, savory snack, game day recipe