Italian Pigs in a Blanket with Calabrian Chili Dipping Sauce
- Ingredients:12
- Servings:12
- Calories per serving:200
Italian Pigs in a Blanket with Calabrian Chili Dipping Sauce
- Ingredients:12
- Servings:12
- Calories per serving:200
Mild Italian sausage wrapped in a flaky pastry gets a fiery upgrade with a bold Calabrian chili dip—bringing rich color, fruity flavor, and just the right kick to every bite.
Ingredient
Prep
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Pillsbury's Best™ Puff Pastry Dough Squares (05125) | 8 oz | 4 each |
| Mayonnaise | 1 oz | 2 Tbsp |
| Ricotta cheese | 1 oz | 2 Tbsp |
| Garlic, minced | ---Value Not Available | 2 tsp |
| Egg yolk | ---Value Not Available | 1 each |
| Water | ---Value Not Available | 1/2 tsp |
Assembly
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Mild Italian sausage, cooked | 12 oz | 4 each |
Calabrian Chili Dipping Sauce
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Calabrian chilies, chopped, in oil, undrained | 1.25 oz | 3 Tbsp |
| Olive oil | 1 oz | 2 Tbsp |
| Lemon juice | ---Value Not Available | 2 tsp |
| Lemon zest | ---Value Not Available | 1 1/2 tsp |
| Garlic, minced | ---Value Not Available | 1/2 tsp |
Instructions
- Prep
Thaw puff pastry dough squares, covered, at room temperature 15-30 minutes until flexible or refrigerate overnight.
Stir together mayonnaise, ricotta cheese and garlic in a small bowl; set aside.
Whisk egg and water together in small bowl; set aside.
- Assembly
Brush puff pastry squares with ricotta mixture, leaving 1/2-inch border around edges.
Place sausage on one edge of pastry; roll up to cover, pressing firmly.
Brush last open edge with egg wash; press edges to secure seal.
Brush outside of each roll with egg wash; cut each into 6, approx. 3/4-inch wide slices.
Place on parchment-lined full sheet pan and bake as directed until flaky and golden brown.
| Bake | Temp | Time |
|---|---|---|
Convection Oven* |
350°F |
15-20 minutes |
Standard Oven |
350°F |
20-25 minutes |
*Rotate pans baked in convection oven one-half turn (180°) after 7 minutes of baking.
- Calabrian Chili Dipping Sauce
Stir together Calabrian chilies, olive oil, lemon juice, zest and garlic in a small bowl.
Serve 1 1/3 tsp for dipping per 2 pieces.
Recipe Tips
Substitute the mild Italian sausage with a spicy version for added heat.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories200
- Total Fat17g
- Protein5g
- Total Carbohydrate7g
- Sugars0g
Servings: 12
Serving Size: 2 pieces
Amount Per Serving Calories : 200
| Food Component / Nutrient | Amount | % , Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 31% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | % Value Not Available |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2&½g | % Value Not Available |
| Omega-3 | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 240mg | 10% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Soluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Insoluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Sugars | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Protein | 5g | % Value Not Available |
| Vitamin D | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Calcium | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Iron | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Potassium | 85mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Vitamin C | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Vitamin E | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Thiamin | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Riboflavin | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Niacin | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Folic Acid | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Phosphorus | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Magnesium | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Zinc | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Manganese | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Selenium | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Copper | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Beta-Carotene | Value Not Available | % Value Not Available |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | ||
Exchanges
- Starch 0,
- Fruit 0,
- Other Carbohydrate ½,
- Skim Milk 0,
- Low-Fat Milk 0,
- Milk 0,
- Vegetable 0,
- Very Lean Meat 0,
- Lean Meat 0,
- Medium-Fat Meat 0,
- High-Fat Meat ½,
- Fat 2&½,
- Fruits 0c,
- Vegetables 0c,
- Grains 0oz-eq,
- Meat & Beans 1oz-eq,
- Dairy 0c,
- Fats & Oils 1tsp
Carbohydrate Choice
- Carbohydrate Choice½
