Pigs in a Blanket

Pigs in a blanket is a popular appetizer that consists of small sausages or hot dogs wrapped in dough, puff pastry, or bacon, and then baked or fried. Originating in the United Kingdom in the early 20th century, it was initially made using sausages wrapped in bacon. This dish has since gained popularity around the world, with variations on the recipe including puff pastry and cheese.

Ingredients & Preparation Tips to Make Delicious Pigs in a Blanket:

To make pigs in a blanket, you will need pork breakfast sausage meat, crescent roll dough, hot dogs, ground beef, cream cheese, or puff pastry dough. For a vegetarian option, you can substitute the meat with cheese or vegetables.

To prepare the sausage meat, brown it in a skillet until it is fully cooked. If using hot dogs, cut them into small pieces. To make the dough, follow a puff pastry recipe or use crescent roll dough, which can be found in the refrigerated section of most grocery stores.

If using crescent roll dough, separate the triangles and roll them out slightly to make them larger. If using puff pastry, roll it out on a floured surface and cut it into strips. Spread a layer of cream cheese or mustard onto the dough, then place the sausage or hot dog pieces on top. Roll the dough around the meat and place it on a baking sheet.

To make delicious pigs in a blanket, gather the following ingredients:

• 1 package of hot dogs
• 1 Pillsbury crescent roll
• 4 oz. cheddar cheese sliced

Step-by-Step Process of Making Tasty Pigs in A Blanket:

• Cut hot dogs in half, along with each crescent roll triangle.
• Start on one end with hot dog & cheese and simply roll up. With the most crescent roll showing facing down place on greased baking sheet and bake to directions on roll package.
• How would you like yours with cheese or something else?

3 Variations for Perfectly Creative Pigs In A Blanket Recipes To Impress Your Guests

1. Biscuits and Bacon: Use biscuit dough and wrap the sausages or hot dogs in bacon before wrapping in the dough. Bake until the dough is golden brown and the bacon is cooked through.
2. Cheese Wrapped Hot Dogs: Add a slice of cheese inside the dough before wrapping the hot dog, and serve with various dipping sauces like ketchup, mustard, or a cheese dip for added flavor.
3. Fry and Bake Pig in a Blanket: After wrapping the sausages or hot dogs in dough, fry them in a pan until the dough is crispy and golden brown. Finish by baking in the oven to ensure even cooking and a perfect texture.