I made these wontons for our New Years Day Brunch and had lots of requests to share the recipe.  They are crazy easy to make and always a crowd pleaser.   You can’t go wrong with these.   The combo of the sausage, ranch and cheese in a crispy shell is amazing.   The pickled jalapenos give these some extra flavor and just a touch heat.  These would be perfect for any upcoming Super Bowl parties.   If you want to make these ahead of time I would partially cook them and then just reheat before you serve them.  Enjoy!

T E X  M E X  W O N T O N S

1 package hot sausage

1 cup ranch dressing (I used Brianna’s brand)

1 small can sliced black olives

1 cup cheddar cheese

1 cup monterary jack cheese

3 tablespoons diced pickled jalapenos

1 package wonton shells (found in the refrigerated section near the lettuce)

 

Cook sausage until browned and then drain on a paper towel.  In a large bowl mix the sausage, ranch dressing, olives, cheeses, and jalapenos.

In a mini muffin press each individual wonton in a cup until it forms an open cup.  Fill each cup with a spoonful or two of the sausage mix.  Bake at 350 degrees 10-15 minutes.

 

I wanted to share a few Kitchen Gadgets that I use often!

Metaltex Chopper

This is perfect for when you don’t want to use your big food processor.  I used this to chop the GG Crackers from my post yesterday.  I also use it for herbs, nuts, and salsa.

Immersion Blender

This is your best friend for making soups.  This one is a great deal because it comes with so many accessories. On sale for $30 off now.

 

 

 

 

Lemon Juicer

If you don’t have one of these you need one.  I use mine every single day.   I use it for making dressings and my hot lemon water.  It really helps to get all the juice out of the lemon without the seeds.

Garlic Press

I have tried several different garlic pressers and this one is the best.  I use my garlic press almost everyday when I am cooking.  You can toss this in the dishwasher too which is nice.

 

Kitchen Shears

Everyone needs a good pair of kitchen shears.  I use mine for cutting meat and they work great for trimming flowers too.  This pair was $50 and now only $12!  I just ordered it to have a back up pair while they are on sale.