How to make sausage rolls

 Here’s how to make sausage rolls 🌭:

Ingredients:

- 500g (1 lb) sausage meat or pork sausages (remove the casings)

- 1 sheet of puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)

- 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)

- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)

- 1 tsp dried herbs (like thyme or parsley)

- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Flour for dusting

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: 

   - Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the Sausage Filling: 

   - In a bowl, mix the sausage meat with the chopped onion, garlic, and dried herbs. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Roll Out the Pastry:

   - Lightly dust your work surface with flour. Roll out the puff pastry sheet to a large rectangle (about 3mm thick).

4. Assemble the Sausage Roll:

   - Cut the pastry into 2-3 long rectangles. Place the sausage mixture down the center of each rectangle in a long, even log shape.

   - Brush one edge of the pastry with beaten egg. Fold the pastry over the sausage filling and press the edges together to seal.

5. Cut and Egg Wash:

   - Once sealed, cut each long roll into smaller rolls (about 3-4 cm each) if you prefer smaller sausage rolls.

   - Place the rolls on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with more beaten egg for a golden finish.

6. Bake:

   - Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and the sausage meat is fully cooked.

7. Cool and Serve:

   - Let the sausage rolls cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tips: 

- Variations: You can add other ingredients like cheese, mustard, or different herbs to customize the flavor.

- Storage: Sausage rolls can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.

Enjoy your homemade sausage rolls!