Homemade sausage roll recipe

1. Heat the oil in a frying pan set over a medium heat then cook the onion for 8-10 mins until softened. Transfer to a large bowl and leave to cool.
2. Add the sausage meat, mustard and bacon to the bowl with the onions and mix together. Preheat the oven to gas 6, 200°C, fan 180°C.
3. Unroll the pastry and cut in half lengthways to make 2 long strips. Halve the sausage mix and lay each half along the long edge of one of the pastry strips in a thin sausage shape.
4. Tightly roll up the meat in the pastry, finishing with the join underneath. Press lightly to seal the join. Brush all over with the egg and sprinkle with the sesame seeds. Cut each roll into 4.
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5. Space the rolls out on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 30-35 mins, until golden, crispy and cooked through. Serve with ketchup mixed with crushed chillies, if you like.

Delicious spins

Fresh and zesty: Mix sausage meat with chopped pancetta, crushed fennel seeds, lemon zest and freshly ground black pepper. Sprinkle with a few fennel seeds before baking.

Fragrant and herby: Add fresh thyme leaves, chopped fresh sage and a grating of nutmeg to the sausage mixture.

Spicy and smoky: Fry chopped red onion and garlic over a low heat. Mix half the sausage meat with the same weight of chopped, skinless cooking chorizo sausages, chopped parsley and smoked paprika. Sprinkle with smoked paprika before baking.

Freezing and defrosting guidelines

You can freeze the cooked rolls. Allow to cool completely, wrap well in clingfilm and tin foil (to prevent freezer burn) and freeze for up to 3 months.

Loosen the tin foil and clingfilm but leave to defrost in packaging at room temperature for several hours before serving. If you wish to serve the baked goods warm, place them on a baking sheet for 10 minutes in a moderate oven.

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How long to cook sausage rolls​?

The time it takes for sausage rolls to cook varies. Larger sausage rolls take 30-35 minutes to bake, while smaller sausage rolls take 20-25 minutes. Veggie sausage rolls tend to bake more quickly – these Butternut squash and Cheddar rolls take 15-20 minutes.

How to make sausage rolls with puff pastry​?

You can make sausage rolls with puff pastry – and if you want a quick and easy recipe, using ready rolled puff pastry is your best option. You can also make your own puff pastry, if you prefer.

What pastry to use for sausage rolls?

There are a few different types of pastry you can use for sausage rolls. Puff pastry is the most popular choice, due to its buttery, flaky texture. You can also use shortcrust pastry, which gives a more crumbly texture. Rough puff pastry is also an option, which is similar to puff pastry, but quicker and easier to make. We've used ready rolled puff pastry in our sausage roll recipe, but you could try making your own puff pastry.

Can you freeze and reheat sausage rolls​?

Yes, you can freeze sausage rolls for up to 3 months. Let them cool down first then wrap well in clingfilm and foil. You can reheat the sausage rolls: place them on a baking sheet in a moderate oven for 10 minutes or 8 minutes in an air-fryer.

At what temperature should sausage rolls be cooked​?

Our easy sausage rolls are cooked at gas 6, 200°C, fan 180°C. However, these temperatures may vary between recipes, so always follow the instructions.

What goes with sausage rolls​?

There are lots of condiments and sides that go well with sausage rolls. Try a homemade chutney or spicy mayo. Kids will love a dollop of ketchup or, for grown-ups, try a mustard or piccalilli. If you're serving sausage rolls as part of a party or picnic spread, they're delicious with coleslaw and a crisp green salad, as well as cold cuts, cheese and crusty bread.

How long do homemade sausage rolls last?

Homemade sausage rolls will last up to 3-4 days in the fridge. Let them cool down completely, then store in an airtight container. You can also freeze cooked sausage rolls, see tip, above.

Can diabetics eat sausage rolls​?

Diabetics should try to avoid eating sausage rolls on a daily basis, as they contain significant levels of carbohydrates and saturated fat. Diabetics can enjoy sausage rolls as an occasional treat.

Can you make sausage rolls with shortcrust pastry​?

Yes, you can make sausage rolls with shortcrust pastry. The texture will be less flaky than puff pastry and more crumbly. We have some delicious sausage roll recipes using shortcrust pastry – our sausage fingers and witches' hats shortcrust pastry sausage rolls are great fun for Halloween.

Are sausage rolls gluten-free​?

Our homemade sausage rolls are not gluten-free, but you can make tasty gluten-free sausage rolls with our easy recipe using gluten-free flour and Free From pork sausages.