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Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
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In a large bowl mix together the cheese and sausage till well blended.
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You really need to use your hands to do this well.
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Add in the baking mix and mix well.
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Remove about 50 slices of jalapeno pepper from the jar, shake off the liquid and set on paper towels to absorb excess liquid.
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To create each Armadillo Ball, take a chunk of the dough mix about the size of a whole walnut, maybe a little bigger.
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Pat it into a flat patty.
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Place a slice of jalapeno pepper in it.
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Fold up the edges around the pepper and seal well.
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Roll into a ball between your hands, pressing firmly.
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After all the balls have been formed, pour the Shake-n-Bake into a small bowl.
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Roll the balls in it and place on a cookie sheet, about 1 inch apart.
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Bake at 325 for 20 - 25 min, till cooked through and golden.
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Drain on paper towels.
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These are good served warm, hot or possibly room temperature.
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To freeze: Freeze before baking by placing them on a cookie sheet and place the cookie sheet in the freezer till the balls are solid.
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Then pour into freezer bags for storage.
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Bake them frzn (they may take an additional 5 min).
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Bite-sized balls of sausage and cheese flavored dough hiding a surprise slice of jalapeno pepper.
