Touchdown Taste: Sausage Rolls – The Winning Super Bowl Snack

Calling all football fans and finger food fiends! It’s that time of year again – Super Bowl Sunday is almost here, and with it comes the glorious tradition of over-the-top snacks. This year, ditch the boring chips and dip and impress your guests with something truly touchdown-worthy: Sausage Rolls!

These bite-sized beauties are not only delicious, but they’re also incredibly easy to make. Plus, they can be customized to your liking with different sausage flavors, herbs, and even cheeses. So, fire up your oven, grab your ingredients, and let’s get rolling!

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 1 pound sweet or Italian sausage, removed from casings
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, thyme, or rosemary)
• 1 egg, beaten
• Mustard (optional, for dipping)

Instructions:

Prep the Pastry:

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

Make the Sausage Filling:

2. In a large bowl, combine sausage, Parmesan cheese, and herbs. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
   

Assemble the Rolls:

3. Unroll the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry sheet into long strips, about 1-inch wide.
   
   
4. Place a spoonful of sausage filling onto the end of each pastry strip.
   
   
5. Brush the edges of the pastry with beaten egg. Roll up the pastry strips tightly, enclosing the sausage filling.
6. Brush the tops of the rolls with remaining egg.
7. Arrange the rolls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them for expansion.

Bake to Golden Perfection:

8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the sausage is cooked through.

Game-Time Tip:

• For an extra cheesy touch, sprinkle the tops of the rolls with grated cheddar cheese before baking.

Let’s Get Dipping:

9. Serve the sausage rolls warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as mustard, ketchup, or BBQ sauce.

Touchdown Time!

With their flaky pastry, savory filling, and portable size, sausage rolls are the perfect finger food for any Super Bowl party. So, grab your ingredients, get creative, and prepare to score major points with your guests!

Bonus Tip:

• Make these rolls ahead of time and freeze them unbaked. When you’re ready to serve, simply thaw them in the refrigerator and bake as directed.

Additional Tips:

• Use a sharp knife to cut the pastry strips to prevent tearing.
• If the pastry becomes too soft while working with it, pop it back into the refrigerator for a few minutes to firm up.
• Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet. Give the rolls plenty of space to expand.
• Be sure to cook the sausage filling all the way through before assembling the rolls.
• If you don’t have fresh herbs, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried herbs instead.

I hope you enjoy this recipe! Be sure to share your creations on social media using the hashtag #SausageRollTouchdown.

Happy Super Bowl Sunday!

P.S. Don’t forget to check out our other Super Bowl party recipe ideas!