sausage rolls
Sausage rolls are a delicious and savory snack perfect for parties, gatherings, or just a tasty treat. These flaky pastry rolls filled with seasoned sausage meat are easy to make and sure to please everyone.
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 rolling pin
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 pastry brush
Ingredients
- 1 pound sausage meat
- 1 sheet puff pastry around 17.5 oz / 500 g, thawed if frozen
- 1 egg beaten egg for egg wash
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme optional
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- for dusting flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sausage meat with dried thyme (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet to approximately ⅛ inch (3 mm) thickness.
- Cut the rolled pastry into rectangles, about 4 inches (10 cm) wide and 6 inches (15 cm) long.
- Place a generous amount of the sausage mixture along one edge of each rectangle, leaving about half an inch (1.5 cm) border.
- Roll the pastry over the sausage filling to form a log shape, sealing the edge with a little beaten egg.
- Place the sausage rolls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the tops of the rolls with the beaten egg to give them a golden color when baked.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed up.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
You can experiment with different seasonings in the sausage meat to add extra flavor. These sausage rolls can be served warm or at room temperature, making them perfect for events. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few days and reheated in the oven.