"Hot Sausage Roll" is a hearty vintage recipe passed down from Elva Treyz and dated January 1973. This comforting dish features spicy sausage mixed with crushed crackers and Worcestershire sauce, shaped into a ring and baked to golden perfection. It’s a nostalgic nod to 1970s American home cooking, simple, satisfying, and budget-friendly. Whether served as a party appetizer, family dinner centerpiece, or brunch feature, this savory ring is beloved for its flavor, ease, and timeless appeal.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs hot sausage
- 1 cup crushed cracker crumbs (e.g., saltines or Ritz)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
Step 1: Combine Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the hot sausage, crushed cracker crumbs, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Mix thoroughly until evenly blended.
Step 2: Shape the Roll
- Shape the sausage mixture into a ring or loaf form on a greased baking sheet or inside a bundt pan.
Step 3: Bake
- Place in a preheated oven at 350°F.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the sausage is fully cooked and the exterior is browned.
Tips
- Use mild or sweet sausage for a gentler flavor
- Mix in sautéed onions, chopped herbs, or grated cheese for added depth.
- Serve sliced with spicy mustard, horseradish cream, or a savory gravy.
- Leftovers are great in breakfast wraps or sandwiches.
Nutrition
Calories: 383kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 18gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 815mgPotassium: 307mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 87IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 2mg
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