Skillet Beef and Veggie Sausage Rolls
A kid-friendly take on classic sausage rolls, blending ground beef and veggies into savory pastry pockets cooked on the stovetop. This general-inspired kid friendly ready in about 30 minutes pairs ground beef, grated carrot, finely chopped onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry sheet
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Thaw 1 frozen puff pastry sheet at room temperature for 20 minutes while preparing the filling.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup finely chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic, sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb ground beef and 1/2 cup grated carrot to the skillet, breaking up the meat with a spatula. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through, seasoning with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Step 4: Preheat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to smooth creases, then cut into 6 equal rectangles.
- Step 5: Spoon the beef and veggie mixture evenly onto the center of each pastry rectangle. Beat 1 large egg and brush the edges of the pastry with it.
- Step 6: Fold the pastry over the filling to form a roll, pressing edges to seal tightly. Brush tops with remaining beaten egg.
- Step 7: Place rolls seam side down in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, turning carefully, until golden and puffed. Serve warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Skillet Beef and Veggie Sausage Rolls take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Skillet Beef and Veggie Sausage Rolls?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Skillet Beef and Veggie Sausage Rolls?
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 Skillet Beef and Veggie Sausage Rolls for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Skillet Beef and Veggie Sausage Rolls?
General kid friendly 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.
