Description
Ina Garten’s hot dogs in puff pastry elevate classic comfort fare with French-inspired elegance. Flaky golden pastry wraps delectable sausages in a sophisticated twist that promises pure culinary delight for weekend gatherings or casual entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 all-beef hot dogs (Hebrew National recommended)
Pastry and Binding:
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- All-purpose flour (for dusting)
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard (Grey Poupon suggested)
- Flaked sea salt (Maldon suggested)
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring an even surface for perfect pastry cooking.
- Dust a clean cutting board with flour, gently unfold the puff pastry sheet, and roll it smoothly to eliminate any visible creases. Carefully slice the sheet into two precise rectangles measuring 5½ x 4 inches.
- Position the rectangular pastry with the long side facing you, then delicately spread of tangy mustard across the lower half of each rectangle.
- Carefully place a hot dog near the bottom edge of each mustard-coated pastry section, ensuring proper alignment.
- Skillfully roll the pastry around each hot dog, creating a snug wrap. Seal the edge using egg wash to secure the package and prevent unraveling.
- Arrange the wrapped hot dogs seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining a slight separation between each roll.
- Generously brush the entire surface of each pastry roll with egg wash, creating a golden sheen. Sprinkle sea salt and freshly ground black pepper across the tops for enhanced flavor.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-35 minutes, watching for a rich golden-brown color and ensuring the pastry is completely cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool briefly. Serve immediately with additional mustard on the side for dipping, creating a delightful appetizer or quick meal.
Notes
- Chill the pastry thoroughly before working to maintain its delicate structure and ensure flaky, crisp layers during baking.
- Create a tight seal along pastry edges using egg wash, which acts like culinary glue and prevents unwanted unraveling in the oven.
- Distribute pressure evenly when rolling out the dough to guarantee consistent thickness and beautiful, uniform browning.
- Monitor baking closely since ovens vary, watching for that perfect golden-brown color that signals delicious, crispy perfection.
- Enhance flavor profiles by sprinkling sea salt and cracked pepper just before sliding the pastries into the oven, adding depth and crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry roll
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg