Sausage Balls With Pancake Mix Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground breakfast sausage (mild or spicy depending on your preference)
• 2 cups ready-to-use pancake mix
• 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• ½ teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground recommended)
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ¼ cup chopped green onions (optional)
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard (mixed into the sausage for tangy depth, optional)