Get ready to transform your ordinary mealtime into an extraordinary culinary adventure! These Sausage and Cheese Turnovers are not just another recipe – they're a crispy, golden-brown gateway to pure deliciousness that will have your family and friends begging for seconds. Imagine biting into a perfectly flaky puff pastry, revealing a molten center of savory sausage and melted mozzarella that practically melts in your mouth. Whether you're looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a quick lunch, or a satisfying snack, these turnovers are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- Puff pastry sheets
- Sausage, cooked and crumbled
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- On a clean, lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets to smooth out any creases. If they are too thick, you can gently roll them out to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, cut the puff pastry sheets into squares, approximately 4x4 inches. You should be able to get about 8 squares from two sheets of puff pastry.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked and crumbled sausage, shredded mozzarella cheese, and Italian seasoning. Mix well to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Place a generous spoonful of the sausage and cheese mixture in the center of each puff pastry square, being careful not to overfill them.
- Fold each puff pastry square diagonally to form a triangle, enclosing the filling. Press the edges together to seal them. For an extra secure seal, you can crimp the edges with a fork.
- Brush the tops of the turnovers with the beaten egg to give them a golden, shiny finish as they bake.
- Place the turnovers on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart to allow for puffing during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the turnovers are golden brown and puffed up.
- Once baked, remove the turnovers from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes on a wire rack. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious sausage and cheese turnovers!
Tips
- Ensure your sausage is completely cooled before mixing with cheese to prevent soggy pastry.
- Don't overfill your turnovers – this can cause them to burst during baking.
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or garlic powder to your sausage mixture.
- Use a fork to crimp the edges of your turnovers for a professional-looking seal.
- If you want a deeper golden color, brush the turnovers with egg wash twice during baking.
- Let the turnovers rest for 2-3 minutes after baking to allow the filling to set and prevent burning your mouth.
- These turnovers freeze beautifully – make a double batch and reheat for quick future meals!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 55mg
