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Sausage and Cheese Hand Pies

Sausage and Cheese Hand Pies: Easy Flaky Breakfast Delight

These Sausage and Cheese Hand Pies are a delicious, flaky breakfast treat that combines savory sausage with rich cheddar cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 6 hand pies
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Adds flavor and sweetness; can substitute with shallots or green onions.
  • 1 pound Ground Sausage Use breakfast sausage or plant-based alternatives.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can also be used.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Adds mild heat; optional.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt Any salt can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can substitute with other herbs like chives or cilantro.
For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Phyllo dough can be used as a lighter alternative.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Can swap for mozzarella or any preferred cheese.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Can be replaced with an egg wash.

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for 4-5 minutes until translucent. Add garlic powder, crushed red pepper, and sea salt; cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add ground sausage, breaking it apart. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat.
  4. Mix in freshly minced parsley with the cooked sausage. Allow mixture to cool slightly.
  5. Roll out puff pastry and cut into 6 equal squares. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Fill each pastry square with sausage mixture and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese.
  7. Seal each pie by folding corners and pinching tightly. Use a fork to crimp edges.
  8. Brush tops with milk. Bake for 20-23 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1hand pieCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make ahead and refrigerate overnight for a quick bake in the morning. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

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