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Sausage and Cheddar Twists

Delicious twists of savory sausage and sharp cheddar cheese wrapped in crispy dough, perfect for snacks or appetizers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 twists
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound bulk pork sausage Fresh sausage for best flavor
  • 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough or puff pastry sheet Use whichever you prefer
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese Freshly shredded cheese works best
  • 1 large egg, beaten For brushing on twists

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Lightly flour your work surface if needed.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until it is fully browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess grease and let it cool.
  4. Unroll the dough and, if using crescent dough, press the seams together to form a solid sheet.
Assembly
  1. Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the dough and then top it with shredded cheddar cheese.
  2. Fold the dough in half and press the edges together to seal.
  3. Cut the folded dough into 24 strips, twist each strip, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Brush the twists with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  2. Once done, let them cool for 5 minutes, and they are ready to serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C).