Homemade Sausage Rolls with Puff Pastry
Flaky puff pastry wrapped around a savory mixture of seasoned pork sausage, perfect for Aussie-style snack or lunch. This australian-inspired snacks ready in about 45 minutes turns pork sausage meat, small, finely diced onion, chopped fresh parsley into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets (thawed if frozen, about 9x12 inches each) puff pastry sheets
- 1 lb pork sausage meat
- 1 small, finely diced onion
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1, beaten for egg wash egg
- 1 tbsp (to mix with egg for wash) milk
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb pork sausage meat, 1 small finely diced onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp dried sage, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.
- Step 2: Roll out 2 sheets of puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Divide the sausage mixture evenly along the long edge of each pastry sheet, forming a sausage log about 2 inches wide.
- Step 3: Brush the edges of the pastry with a mixture of 1 beaten egg and 1 tbsp milk. Fold the pastry over the sausage mixture and press edges firmly to seal.
- Step 4: Cut each roll into 2-inch segments and place them seam side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with remaining egg wash.
- Step 5: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and the sausage filling is cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 160°F. Let cool slightly before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Homemade Sausage Rolls with Puff Pastry take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Homemade Sausage Rolls with Puff Pastry?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for crisp items, or in the fridge for anything dairy- or produce-based, for up to 3–5 days. Re-crisp baked snacks in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if they soften.
Can I substitute ingredients in Homemade Sausage Rolls with Puff Pastry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Homemade Sausage Rolls with Puff Pastry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Homemade Sausage Rolls with Puff Pastry?
Australian snacks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.