These game day sausage snacks are the perfect appetizers to enjoy while watching your favorite team play. Made with juicy sausages, flavorful spices, and served with a tangy dipping sauce, these snacks are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. They are quick and easy to make, requiring only a few ingredients and minimal prep time. Whether you're hosting a game day party or just want a delicious snack to enjoy on a casual weekend, these sausage treats will satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausages
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
- Drizzle the sausages with olive oil and sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over them.
- Grill the sausages for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and browned.
- While the sausages are grilling, heat the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Once the sausages are cooked, remove them from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Slice the sausages into bite-sized pieces and place them on a serving platter.
- Pour the warmed marinara sauce into a small dipping bowl and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
- Serve the grilled sausages with the tangy marinara sauce for dipping.