Sausage and Cream Cheese-filled Baked Pastries

 

Here's a simple and delicious recipe for Sausage and Cream Cheese-filled Baked Pastries — perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a savory snack:

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Sausage and Cream Cheese-filled Baked Pastries

Ingredients:

• 1 pound breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)
• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 can (8-count) refrigerated crescent roll dough (or puff pastry)
• Optional: 1/4 cup chopped green onions or chives
• Optional: 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or pepper jack)
• 1 egg (for egg wash)
• Optional: sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning for topping

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Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease.

3. Mix filling: In a bowl, combine the cooked sausage, softened cream cheese, and optional green onions and shredded cheese. Mix until well combined.

4. Prepare dough:

   • If using crescent rolls: Unroll the dough and separate into triangles.
   • If using puff pastry: Cut into squares (about 3x3 inches).

5. Fill and fold:

   • Place a spoonful of the sausage mixture in the center of each triangle or square.
   • Fold over (like a triangle or rectangle, depending on dough) and press edges with a fork to seal.

6. Brush with egg wash (beat the egg with a splash of water) and sprinkle with optional toppings.

7. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown.

8. Cool slightly and serve warm.

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Let me know if you want a version with a specific dough (homemade or store-bought puff pastry, for example), or if you’d like a spicier variation!