Here’s a classic and comforting recipe for English Sausage Rolls — golden, flaky pastry wrapped around savory sausage filling. These are perfect for breakfast, snacks, parties, or afternoon tea!
🇬🇧 Traditional English Sausage Rolls
🥐 Ingredients (Makes about 12 rolls):
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1 sheet of puff pastry (about 10×10 inches), thawed
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1 lb (450g) sausage meat or high-quality pork sausages (casings removed)
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1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
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1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
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1 tsp dried sage or thyme
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
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Optional: 1 tbsp breadcrumbs for binding, or 1/2 tsp English mustard powder for extra kick
🔥 Instructions:
1. Preheat oven
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Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. Make the filling
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In a bowl, combine sausage meat, onion, garlic, herbs, salt, pepper, and optional mustard or breadcrumbs.
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Mix well with your hands or a fork until just combined.
3. Assemble the rolls
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Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle (if not already rolled).
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Cut it in half lengthwise to create two long strips.
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Divide sausage mixture into two logs and place one down the center of each pastry strip.
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Fold the pastry over the sausage and seal the edge with a bit of egg wash.
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Flip the rolls seam-side down and slice into 2–3 inch pieces.
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Score the tops lightly and brush with beaten egg.
4. Bake
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Place on the prepared tray and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
5. Cool & serve
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Let cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
📝 Tips:
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Use all-butter puff pastry for the best flavor and flakiness.
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Serve with English mustard, HP Sauce, or chutney.
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For party bites, cut smaller and reduce baking time by a few minutes.
Would you like a vegetarian version or one made with flavored sausage (e.g., apple, sage, or spicy)?