Starla's Spicy Sausage Wonton Stars

INGREDIENTS  
1 pound bulk spicy pork sausage 
2 medium carrots, finely shredded 
1 medium onion, finely chopped 
1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper 
1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper 
1 cup (4 ounces) finely shredded pepper jack cheese 
1/2 cup sour cream 
2 garlic cloves, minced 
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning 
36 wonton wrappers 
1 tablespoon butter, melted 
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 
Sliced cherry tomatoes, optional
 
DIRECTIONS 
In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. In a large bowl, combine the sausage, carrots, onion, peppers, cheese, sour cream, garlic and lemon-pepper.  
Press wonton wrappers into miniature muffin cups coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine butter and garlic powder; brush over edges. Bake at 350° for 8-9 minutes or until lightly browned.  
Spoon sausage mixture into cups. Bake 5-7 minutes longer or until heated through. Garnish with tomatoes if desired. Yield: 3 dozen.


-Starla Davis