### Savory Sausage Rolls Recipe

These delicious sausage rolls are made with a savory breakfast sausage filling wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack, they are sure to be a hit at any gathering!

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#### Full Ingredients
– **1 pound (450g)** breakfast sausage (mild or spicy, depending on your preference)
– **1 cup (100g)** shredded cheddar cheese
– **1/2 cup (75g)** finely chopped onion
– **1/4 cup (60ml)** milk
– **1 teaspoon** garlic powder
– **1 teaspoon** black pepper
– **1 teaspoon** salt
– **1 package (17.3 oz)** frozen puff pastry (2 sheets), thawed
– **1 egg**, beaten (for egg wash)
– **Flour**, for dusting

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#### Full Instructions

##### Preparing the Filling
1. In a large mixing bowl, add the breakfast sausage. Choose mild or spicy based on your preference.
2. Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl.
3. Toss in the finely chopped onion.
4. Pour in the milk, then sprinkle the garlic powder, black pepper, and salt over the mixture.
5. Mix everything together until well combined, using your hands or a spatula.

##### Preparing the Puff Pastry
6. Preheat your oven to **400°F (200°C)**.
7. On a floured surface, roll out one sheet of thawed puff pastry.
8. Cut the pastry into rectangles, each about **4 inches by 6 inches**.
9. Repeat with the second sheet of puff pastry.

##### Assembling the Sausage Rolls
10. Place about **2 tablespoons** of the sausage filling along one edge of each rectangle.
11. Fold the pastry over the filling and press the edges together to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges.
12. Place the assembled sausage roll seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
13. Repeat with the remaining pastry and filling.

##### Applying the Egg Wash
14. Beat the egg in a small bowl to create the egg wash.
15. Brush the egg wash over the top of each sausage roll.
16. Optionally, sprinkle sesame seeds or poppy seeds on top.

##### Baking the Sausage Rolls
17. Bake in the preheated oven for **20-25 minutes**, or until golden brown.
18. Let the sausage rolls cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving.

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#### Serving Suggestions
19. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces, such as mustard or spicy ketchup.
20. These sausage rolls are great for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack.

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#### Storage and Reheating
21. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to **3 days**.
22. To reheat, place them in a preheated oven until warmed through.

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### Notes
– Feel free to customize the filling by adding herbs or spices to suit your taste.
– These sausage rolls can also be frozen before baking; just bake them straight from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.

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### Prep Time
– **20 minutes**

### Cook Time
– **25 minutes**

### Total Time
– **45 minutes**

### Yield
– Approximately **12 sausage rolls**