Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 package of cocktail sausages (12 oz)
- 1 can of refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Pastry brush
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Open the can of crescent roll dough and separate the triangles.
4. Cut each triangle into three smaller triangles.
5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon over each triangle.
6. Place a cocktail sausage on the wide end of each triangle.
7. Roll the dough around the sausage, tucking the ends underneath.
8. Place the pigs in blankets on the prepared baking sheet.
9. Brush the tops of the pigs in blankets with beaten egg.
10. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
11. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the pigs in blankets are golden brown and cooked through.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
Makes 24 pigs in blankets
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 120
Total fat: 8g
Saturated fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg
Sodium: 280mg
Total carbohydrates: 7g
Dietary fiber: 0g
Sugars: 2g
Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of cheese you prefer, such as mozzarella or pepper jack.
- If you don't have bacon, you can use ham or prosciutto instead.
- You can use any type of cocktail sausages you prefer, such as beef or chicken.
Variations:
- You can add a teaspoon of mustard or honey to the cheese and bacon mixture for extra flavor.
- You can sprinkle some chopped herbs, such as parsley or thyme, over the pigs in blankets before baking.
- You can serve the pigs in blankets with a dipping sauce, such as ketchup, barbecue sauce, or honey mustard.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to roll the dough tightly around the sausage to prevent it from unraveling during baking.
- You can make the pigs in blankets ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
- You can also freeze the pigs in blankets before baking and bake them straight from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
Storage instructions:
- Store the leftover pigs in blankets in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the pigs in blankets, place them on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Arrange the pigs in blankets on a platter and garnish with fresh herbs or sliced scallions.
Garnishes:
- Fresh herbs, such as parsley or thyme
- Sliced scallions
Pairings:
- Serve the pigs in blankets with a cold beer or a glass of red wine.
Suggested side dishes:
- Potato salad
- Coleslaw
- Baked beans
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pigs in blankets are not browning evenly, rotate the baking sheet halfway through baking.
- If the dough is not cooked through, bake for a few more minutes until golden brown.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pigs in blankets until they are cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Food history:
- Pigs in blankets are a popular appetizer in the United States and the United Kingdom. The term "pigs in blankets" can refer to different dishes, such as sausages wrapped in bacon or hot dogs wrapped in dough.
Flavor profiles:
- The pigs in blankets are savory and cheesy, with a crispy and flaky dough and a smoky bacon flavor.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the pigs in blankets as an appetizer or a snack at a party or a game day gathering.
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