Description
The Sausage Roll Wreath is a delightful twist on a classic favorite, combining flaky puff pastry with savory sausage filling, perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) sausage meat 🌭 – Choose your favorite type, whether it’s pork, chicken, or a plant-based option.
- 1 sheet of puff pastry (thawed) 🥐 – This flaky pastry is the star of the show, providing a light and crispy exterior.
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash) 🥚 – This will give your wreath a beautiful golden color when baked.
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (cheddar or your choice) 🧀 – Cheese adds a creamy richness that complements the sausage.
- 1 tsp dried herbs (such as thyme or oregano) 🌿 – These herbs enhance the flavor profile of the filling.
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂 – Essential for seasoning the sausage mixture.
- Optional: sesame seeds for topping 🌰 – These add a delightful crunch and visual appeal.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the puff pastry by rolling it out into a rectangle and cutting it into strips.
- Make the sausage filling by combining sausage meat, cheese, herbs, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Assemble the wreath by rolling the pastry strips with the sausage mixture and forming them into a circle.
- Brush the wreath with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Use thawed puff pastry for best results.
- Do not overstuff the pastry to avoid a messy wreath.
- Monitor baking time as ovens can vary.
- Let the wreath cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500-600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12-15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Sausage Roll Wreath, Appetizer, Puff Pastry, Party Food