Why Make This Recipe
Christmas Sausage Rolls are a festive treat that everyone loves. They are simple to make and perfect for holiday gatherings. With a tasty filling of sausage meat, herbs, and cheese wrapped in flaky pastry, they are great as a snack or as part of a bigger meal. Plus, they are easy to prepare, making them a wonderful addition to your Christmas menu!
How to Make Christmas Sausage Rolls
Ingredients
- 400g pork sausage meat
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- Mixed herbs, to taste
- Salt and pepper, to season
- Ready-to-roll puff pastry
- Cranberry sauce
- Brie, sliced
- 1 beaten egg
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C/180°C fan and lightly grease a baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, squeeze the sausage meat and add the crushed garlic, orange zest, mixed herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Lightly flour a surface and unroll the pastry. Cut it in half lengthwise.
- Spread cranberry sauce down the middle of each half, leaving some space on the sides.
- Divide the sausage meat and spread it along the length of the pastry. Layer the Brie on top of the sausage meat.
- Brush one edge of the pastry with the beaten egg. Fold the other side over the sausage meat and seal tightly.
- Cut each roll into 4 pieces and poke slits on top to let steam escape.
- Brush the tops with the beaten egg and bake for 25 minutes or until golden.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving warm.
How to Serve Christmas Sausage Rolls
Serve Christmas Sausage Rolls warm, alongside some extra cranberry sauce for dipping. They make a fantastic appetizer or party snack. You can also pair them with a simple salad for a light meal.
How to Store Christmas Sausage Rolls
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze them before baking. Just wrap them tightly and they will keep in the freezer for up to 2 months. Bake them straight from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
Tips to Make Christmas Sausage Rolls
- Make sure to seal the pastry well to prevent the filling from leaking out while baking.
- Experiment with different cheeses, like cheddar or goat cheese, to change up the flavor.
- Add some chopped cooked bacon or herbs for added taste!
Variation
For a vegetarian option, replace the sausage meat with a mixture of lentils and vegetables, seasoned with similar herbs and spices.
FAQs
Can I make sausage rolls ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare them and store them in the fridge or freeze them before baking. Just take them out when you’re ready to cook.
What can I serve with sausage rolls?
They pair well with dips such as mustard, ketchup, or more cranberry sauce. You can also serve them with a fresh salad.
Can I use different types of meat?
Absolutely! You can use chicken sausage or turkey sausage as a lighter alternative.
Christmas Sausage Rolls
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 pieces 1x
- Diet: Paleo
Description
Festive sausage rolls filled with pork sausage meat, herbs, and cheese, wrapped in flaky pastry.
Ingredients
- 400g pork sausage meat
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- Mixed herbs, to taste
- Salt and pepper, to season
- Ready-to-roll puff pastry
- Cranberry sauce
- Brie, sliced
- 1 beaten egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C/180°C fan and lightly grease a baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, squeeze the sausage meat and add the crushed garlic, orange zest, mixed herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Lightly flour a surface and unroll the pastry. Cut it in half lengthwise.
- Spread cranberry sauce down the middle of each half, leaving some space on the sides.
- Divide the sausage meat and spread it along the length of the pastry. Layer the Brie on top of the sausage meat.
- Brush one edge of the pastry with the beaten egg. Fold the other side over the sausage meat and seal tightly.
- Cut each roll into 4 pieces and poke slits on top to let steam escape.
- Brush the tops with the beaten egg and bake for 25 minutes or until golden.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving warm.
Notes
Serve warm with extra cranberry sauce for dipping. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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