Festive Sausage Rolls with Sage and Thyme Recipe
These Christmas Sausage Rolls are a festive and savory appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. Made with seasoned sausage meat wrapped in flaky puff pastry, flavored with aromatic herbs and a touch of garlic and onion, these rolls are baked to golden perfection and brushed with an egg wash for a shiny finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 sausage rolls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
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Sausage Mixture
- 1 lb (450g) sausage meat or ground sausage
- ½ cup finely diced onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Pastry & Finishing
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sausage Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the sausage meat with finely diced onion, minced garlic, dried sage, dried thyme, ground black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Cook Onion and Garlic: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes. Allow to cool slightly before adding to the sausage mixture to avoid cooking the sausage prematurely.
- Combine Mixture: Add the sautéed onion and garlic into the sausage mixture and mix well to combine all flavors evenly.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle roughly 9×12 inches. Cut the sheet in half lengthwise, creating two long strips.
- Form the Sausage Rolls: Divide the sausage mixture evenly between the two pastry strips, spreading it along one edge of each strip in a long log shape. Carefully roll the pastry over the sausage filling, pressing the edges to seal and creating a tight roll.
- Apply Egg Wash: Place the sausage rolls seam side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops generously with the beaten egg to achieve a glossy, golden finish.
- Score and Bake: Using a sharp knife, make small diagonal cuts across the top of each roll to allow steam to escape during baking. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing into individual sausage rolls. Serve warm as a delicious holiday appetizer.
Notes
- Make sure the puff pastry is fully thawed before rolling to prevent cracking.
- You can substitute fresh herbs for dried if available, using about three times the amount.
- For a spicier variation, add a pinch of chili flakes into the sausage mixture.
- These sausage rolls can be made ahead and frozen before baking; just bake straight from the freezer, adding extra cooking time.
- Use a sharp knife to score the pastry without cutting all the way through to keep the rolls intact while baking.
Keywords: Christmas sausage rolls, holiday appetizers, puff pastry sausage rolls, festive snacks, savory finger foods