Chardonnay Italian Sausage Bites – Just scratch

Looking for an easy appetizer? These Chardonnay Italian Sausage Bites are! Italian sausages are cut into bite-sized pieces, simmered in Chardonnay, then quickly browned under your grill. Plate up and serve with a simple spicy mustard dip. Serves a crowd in under 1 hour.

A party isn’t a party without great appetizers.

And these addictive Italian Chardonnay Bites (also known as “the Sausages” around our house) pack a punch. They’re easy to make, require few ingredients, and are incredibly delicious. I only have them once a year for my family’s Christmas party. And it’s not a Christmas get-together if “the sausages” aren’t there. The recipe is my sister Julie and brother-in-law Jeff’s signature app that they create every year. And with her blessing, I can share the recipe with you!

Anyone who’s had those Italian Sausage Bites loves She. And if you’re wondering, no, there’s no strong wine flavor, just sausage delights (trust me, my husband would know and even he loves these). What should you immerse them in? I made a quick hot mustard.

What’s better than a crispy sausage dipped in mustard? Maybe the ice cold beer you drink to wash it all down. 😉

To make this spicy mustard dip you will need:

• mayonnaise – Adds flavor and creaminess.
• yellow mustard – Adds a sharp spicy flavor.
• Sriracha – For a delicious spice kick.
• garlic powder – Adds flavor that’s sweeter yet milder than fresh garlic.
• paprika – Adds color and subtle flavor.
• kosher salt – Boosts the flavors in this dip.
• freshly ground black pepper – This will add some subtle bite and flavor.

In a medium bowl, combine 3/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons yellow mustard, 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon [more or less to taste] Spicy Sriracha sauce, 1 teaspoon paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and black pepper.

Mix until combined, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

What kind of sausages to use for sausage bites?

What was recommended to me was Premio brand sausages sold at Costco [hence the 5 lbs!]but any good quality mild, sweet, or spicy Italian sausage will work.

Cut each link into 4 bite-sized pieces. 5 pounds of sausage makes about 80 bites. Trust me, 80 is both enough and Not enough at the same time ;).

Then put the pieces of sausage in a large soup pot and pour in the whole bottle of wine. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat, reduce to medium-low and simmer for 40 minutes.

Don’t worry if your sausage pieces aren’t fully submerged in the wine – they’ll still be fully cooked as the bubbles rise and the cooked sausages settle.

What kind of Chardonnay is best for this recipe?

I use Oyster Bay Chardonnay because I love it – actually all of their whites (although I haven’t tried their reds yet). No that is Not a sponsored post, they don’t even know I exist – I would just recommend using a wine you enjoy drinking.

Now your home should smell amazing!

Wine and Italian sausage mmmmm!

To add some color to these Italian sausage bites, place them on a metal-rimmed baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Next, move your oven rack so it sits about 4 inches below the heating element and preheat your grill on high. After preheating, place the bratwurst pan under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown. Then carefully turn the sausages with tongs and brown for another 2 to 3 minutes.

Then simply serve on a plate with the spicy mustard dip!

These Italian Chardonnay Bites aren’t just good football food, they would make a fantastic appetizer for any gathering whether you’re attending a big team, Super Bowl or no super bowl

Enjoy! And if you try this Chardonnay Italian Sausage Bites recipe, let me know! Take a picture and tag me chirp or instagram!