Sausage Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 sheet of puff pastry
- 6 sausages
- 1 egg beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a floured surface.
- Cut the pastry sheet into 6 equal rectangles.
- Place a sausage on each rectangle and season with salt and pepper.
- Roll the pastry around the sausage and seal the edges with a little bit of water.
- Cut each roll into 3 pieces and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the beaten egg over the top of each roll.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious sausage rolls!
This delicate dough is the magic behind those irresistibly flaky layers that make every bite heavenly. You can find ready-made puff pastry sheets in the freezer section of your grocery store. Just let it thaw, and we’re ready to roll—literally!
Now, onto the sausages. Choose your favorite kind, whether it’s classic pork, herbed chicken, or even a spicy Italian variety. The choice is yours, and it’s all about personal preference. The sausages bring the flavor, and boy, do they deliver! They’ll be the juicy center of attention in our rolls.
To give our sausage rolls that perfect balance, we’ll add a pinch of salt and pepper. It’s a simple yet essential step that enhances the flavors without overpowering the star ingredient. We want the sausages to shine, and these subtle seasonings make sure they do.
Assembling our sausage rolls is the fun part. Roll out the puff pastry sheet, and cut it into equal-sized rectangles. Place a sausage on each rectangle, season it with a sprinkle of salt and pepper, and then wrap that pastry goodness around it. We want those sausages snuggled up and cozy in their flaky blanket.
Sealing the edges is crucial to prevent any sneaky leaks during baking. Just a little water will do the trick—dip your finger in and gently moisten the edges of the pastry. Press them together, forming a tight seal. We don’t want any sausage surprises escaping from our rolls!
Before they go into the oven, let’s give our rolls a gorgeous golden finish. Take a beaten egg and brush it over the top of each roll. This will give them a beautiful sheen and that appetizing golden color that promises deliciousness.
Now, it’s time for the grand finale—baking! Pop those rolls into a preheated oven and let the magic happen. As they bake, the puff pastry will transform into a flaky, golden crust, and the sausages will cook to juicy perfection. The aroma wafting through your kitchen will have everyone eagerly waiting for that ding of the oven timer.