Sausage and Cream Cheese Pinwheels

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Sausage links (sliced) - 200g
2. Cream cheese - 250g
3. Puff pastry sheets - 2 sheets
4. Fresh chives (chopped) - 2 tbsp
5. Salt and pepper - To taste
6. Cooking spray or oil for greasing

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 15 minutes
• Cooking: 20-25 minutes
• Total: 35-40 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Slice the sausage links into small pieces.
3. In a bowl, mix the cream cheese with chopped chives, salt, and pepper.
4. Unfold the puff pastry sheets and cut each sheet into four equal squares.
5. Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture on each pastry square, then top with sausage slices.
6. Roll the pastry into pinwheel shapes and place on a baking sheet greased with cooking spray or oil.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden and puffed up.
8. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)

• Calories: 450 kcal
• Fat: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 18g

Dish Characteristics:

• Combination of savory sausage and creamy cheese in a crispy pastry shell.
• Perfect as a snack or appetizer for any gathering.
• Easy to customize with different flavorings and toppings.

User Comments:

1. "These pinwheels were a hit at my party! The combination of flavors was outstanding."
2. "The cream cheese filling was so creamy and delicious, paired perfectly with the puff pastry."
3. "I added some diced jalapenos to my filling for a spicy kick, really liked it!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to slice the sausage links into small pieces for even distribution in the pinwheels.
• Handle the puff pastry lightly to avoid breaking it during preparation.
• For best results, use fresh ingredients and quality sausages.
• Adjust seasoning according to personal preference.