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Christmas Sausage Rolls

Delicious Christmas Sausage Rolls: A Festive Crowd-Pleaser

Delicious Christmas Sausage Rolls are the perfect festive appetizer, full of flavor and sure to impress at any holiday gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 lb Sausage Meat Consider using ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • 1 Onion Diced, can swap with shallots.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is ideal.
  • 1 tsp Dried Sage Thyme can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme Substitute with fresh thyme.
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper White pepper can be used for a subtle twist.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Optional to swap with vegetable oil or butter.
Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Store-bought preferred for simplicity.
  • 1 Egg For egg wash, can use milk for a dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Knife
  • large bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced onion and minced garlic until soft, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Allow the mixture to cool slightly and then combine it with sausage meat, dried sage, thyme, black pepper, and salt.
  4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out puff pastry to about 1/8-inch thick.
  5. Combine the cooled onion mixture with sausage meat, spoon filling onto the edge of the pastry, and roll tightly.
  6. Cut the rolled pastry into 2-inch segments and place them on a baking sheet.
  7. Cut slits on the top of each roll, brush with beaten egg, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool slightly on a wire rack, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the filling is well-mixed and avoid overfilling the pastry. Monitor the baking time and allow them to cool slightly before serving.

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