Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 pound

Jimmy Dean Sausage

Browned and Drained

8 unit

Cream Cheese

Softened

1 package

Pillsbury Crescent Rolls

Unrolled

1 unit

Egg

Lightly Beaten

1 dash

Poppyseed

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350F.

Step 2
~3 min

Brown sausage in a skillet and drain excess fat.

Step 3
~3 min

Add cream cheese to the skillet with the warm sausage.

Step 4
~3 min

Stir until the cream cheese is melted and creamy.

Step 5
~3 min

Allow the mixture to cool.

Step 6
~3 min

Separate crescent roll dough into two rectangles, unrolling the dough.

Step 7
~3 min

Pinch perforations to seal the dough.

Step 8
~3 min

Form a log of the sausage/cream cheese mixture lengthwise down the center of each rectangle of dough.

Step 9
~3 min

Fold sides of the dough over, covering the sausage log.

Step 10
~3 min

Place the rolls on an ungreased baking sheet, seam side down.

Step 11
~3 min

Brush the top of the rolls with lightly beaten egg.

Step 12
~3 min

Sprinkle poppy seeds evenly over the egg wash.

Step 13
~3 min

Bake for 20 minutes at 350F, or until golden brown.

Step 14
~3 min

Let the baked rolls cool slightly.

Step 15
~3 min

Slice each roll into approximately 1/2 inch slices.

Step 16
~3 min

Serve immediately or freeze for later.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add jalapenos or use hot sausage for a spicy kick.

Sprinkle with dried marjoram, thyme, or Italian herb seasoning for added flavor.

Ensure the sausage mixture is cooled before assembling to prevent the dough from melting.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as an appetizer or snack.

Pair with a dipping sauce like ranch or honey mustard.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vegetable sticks
Potato chips

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common party appetizer in the United States.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Game day
Holiday gatherings
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
Holiday

Popularity Score

75/100

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