Description
Savory French Onion Sausage Rolls combine richly caramelized sweet onions with succulent sausage, encased in buttery, flaky puff pastry. This comforting appetizer offers a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors, ideal for parties, snacks, or casual meals, and can be easily customized to suit various dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage Filling
- 1 lb ground sausage (pork or preferred variety)
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Pinch of nutmeg
Dough & Finishing
- 2 sheets ready-made puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: Thinly slice the yellow onions. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pan over medium heat, then add the onions with a pinch of salt to draw out moisture. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply golden brown and sweet, about 30-40 minutes.
- Prepare the Sausage Filling: Add minced garlic and fresh thyme to the caramelized onions and sauté for an additional minute. Mix in the ground sausage, breaking it up as it cooks thoroughly. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg to enhance the flavors.
- Assemble the Rolls: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a floured surface and cut into rectangles suitable for wrapping the filling. Spoon the sausage and onion mixture evenly onto one side of each rectangle, then fold over and press the edges to seal. Brush the tops with beaten egg wash to ensure a golden finish.
- Bake Until Golden: Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving to enjoy full flavors.
Notes
- Caramelize onions low and slow to develop natural sweetness and avoid bitterness.
- Keep puff pastry cold until ready to use, then let it soften slightly for easier handling.
- Do not overfill the pastry to prevent it from breaking or leaking.
- Use egg wash to achieve a beautiful golden crust and moist interior.
- Bake a test roll first to check seasoning before assembling the entire batch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: French onion, sausage rolls, savory snack, caramelized onions, puff pastry, appetizer, party food
