Description
Flaky, golden puff pastry wrapped around a savory Irish sausage filling, baked to perfection. These crispy and flavorful sausage rolls make a delicious St. Patrick’s Day snack, appetizer, or party food!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Irish sausage (or regular pork sausage, casings removed)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 egg, beaten (for filling)
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
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Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Prepare the Sausage Filling:
- In a bowl, mix together the sausage, breadcrumbs, thyme, sage, salt, pepper, Dijon mustard, and 1 beaten egg until well combined.
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Assemble the Rolls:
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into two long strips.
- Divide the sausage mixture and shape it into logs along the center of each pastry strip.
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Roll & Seal:
- Fold the puff pastry over the sausage, pressing to seal the edges with a little egg wash.
- Slice into smaller rolls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake:
- Brush the tops with the remaining egg wash.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
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Serve & Enjoy:
- Serve warm with Dijon mustard, honey mustard, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Make-Ahead Tip: Assemble the rolls and freeze before baking for a quick snack later!
- Extra Flaky: Chill the assembled rolls for 10 minutes before baking for better pastry puff.
- Spicy Twist: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper for a kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
