Apple Sausage Wagon Wheel

Ingredients and Weight:

• Jimmy Dean Regular Sausage: 1 lb (0.45 kg)
• Honeycrisp apples: 2 medium (1 lb)
• Yellow onion: 1 medium (0.5 lb)
• Sharp cheddar cheese: 1 cup (8 oz)
• Ground black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
• Refrigerated crescent roll dough: 1 (8-oz) can
• Butter, melted: 1 tablespoon

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

25-30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brown sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off excess grease.
3. Peel and dice apples.
4. Chop onion.
5. Stir apples, onion, and cheese into sausage. Season with black pepper.
6. Unroll crescent roll dough and form into a rectangle.
7. Spread sausage mixture evenly over the dough.
8. Starting from a long side, roll up dough tightly.
9. Place roll in a greased 9-inch round baking dish.
10. Brush with melted butter.
11. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
12. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of wheel):

• Calories: 400
• Fat: 20 grams
• Saturated Fat: 8 grams
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams
• Dietary Fiber: 3 grams
• Sugar: 10 grams
• Protein: 15 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and sweet
• Flaky crust
• Juicy apple filling
• Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner

User Comments:

• "This is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is sure to impress your guests."
• "The combination of apple, sausage, and cheese is perfect."
• "I love how the crescent roll dough creates a flaky crust."
• "This dish is perfect for a crowd and can be tailored to your own taste preferences."
• "I would highly recommend trying this Apple Sausage Wagon Wheel."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to drain off excess grease from the sausage to prevent the dish from being too greasy.
• If you don't have a 9-inch round baking dish, you can use a 9x13 inch baking dish.
• You can add other ingredients to the filling, such as chopped bacon, bell pepper, or jalapeño.
• Serve with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch or honey mustard.