**Pigs in a Blanket: A Delightful Appetizer for Any Occasion**
Pigs in a blanket, also known as mini pigs in a blanket, are a classic party appetizer that is sure to please everyone. This savory dish consists of a small sausage wrapped in a flaky pastry dough and baked until golden brown. The combination of the crispy pastry and the juicy sausage creates a delicious bite that is perfect for any occasion. In this article, we will share two variations of this beloved appetizer: the traditional pigs in a blanket made with store-bought crescent dough and a homemade pigs in a blanket where you make your own pastry dough from scratch. Both recipes are easy to follow and yield delightful results that will be the highlight of your next gathering. So, gather your ingredients and let's get started on creating these irresistible treats!
QUICK AND EASY PIGS IN A BLANKET
It doesn't take much to get these pigs all cozy and tucked in. Crescent roll dough does the trick. To change things up, try switching between regular hot dogs and more gourmet sausage varieties.
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Preheat the oven 400 degrees F. Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it along the perforations to form individual triangles. Place a hot dog on the wide end of each triangle and roll up the dough around it like a crescent roll, pressing the point of the short end to seal the dough. Place the pigs in a blanket on an ungreased baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake at 400 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until the dough is golden brown. Serve the pigs in a blanket immediately with ketchup, mustard, or cheese sauce for dipping.
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QUICK PIGS IN A BLANKET
Make and share this Quick Pigs in a Blanket recipe from Food.com.
Provided by litldarlin
Categories Stew
Time 1h45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Brown meat and onions, stir in rice, salt and pepper.
- Remove outer leaves from around cabbage and cut out the hard stalk from the end of the cabbage.
- Put cabbage into boiling water, steam cabbage for 10 minutes or until the leaves are softened enough to peel away.
- Cool and separate cabbage leaves, gently shake off moisture, and set aside.
- Place just enough cabbage leaves on the bottom of your 9" x 13" x 2" baking dish to cover bottom.
- Peel off each cabbage leaf separately and place into middle one rounded Tbls. of the meat mixture.
- Fold the two ends of the leaf inwards and roll it up into a narrow sausage shape.
- Place into bottom of greased 9" x 13" x 2" baking dish.
- Heat tomato soup and water until it boils. Pour over all ingredients.
- Sprinkle with American or cheddar cheese. Cover with foil & bake for 1-1/2 hrs @ 350 degrees.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 316, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 56.4, Sodium 420.8, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 10.6, Protein 19.5
PIGS IN A BLANKET
Kids love this one. My mom made it for me as did her mom. If making for a small child, cut the hot dogs into fourths length wise. The cheese is always optional.
Provided by Brandie2134
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Wrap cheese around each frankfurter then the biscuit around that. Put on cookie sheet with the overlap of biscuit faced down, so you don't have to use tooth picks.
- Bake in preheated oven until biscuits are brown, about 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 57.1 mg, Fat 31.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 1760.4 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
PIGS IN A BLANKET WITH HOMEMADE DOUGH
Pigs in a Blanket were a natural choice for serving at my farm animal them meal. I filled the hot dogs with cheese and wrapped them in a light dough to make them special. They are tasty, fun and handy to eat.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in milk and water; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the egg, shortening, salt, remaining sugar and enough flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Cut a 1/4-in.-deep lengthwise slit in each hot dog. Cut cheese slices into five strips; place one strip in a slit of each hot dog., Punch dough down; divide into 10 portions. Roll each into a 5-in. x 2-1/2-in. rectangle and wrap around prepared hot dogs; pinch seam and ends to seal. , Place seam side down on greased baking sheets; let rise for 30 minutes. Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
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PIGS IN A BLANKET
For decades, pigs in a blanket have been a staple on the cocktail-party circuit. The little sausages are the easy part. It's the pastry which, at its finest, should approximate buttery, flaky French puff pastry or pâte feuilletée. Suppose you could make decently flaky puff pastry in minutes? Christian Leue, the manager of La Boîte, a spice emporium in New York, has developed just such a marvel. And it works.
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories easy, snack, finger foods, appetizer
Time 3h30m
Yield 48 pieces
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Make the pastry: Cut each stick of frozen butter into four pieces and grate using a shredding disc in a food processor. Change to the regular blade. Add the 1 1/2 cups flour and pulse 15 or 20 times, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the sour cream and pulse until the dough comes together. (This can also be done by hand, using a box grater to shred the butter, working the flour into it with your fingertips or a fork, then mixing in the sour cream.)
- Turn the dough out on a floured surface and knead briefly to form a smooth ball. Divide the dough in half and flatten each piece. Place each in a zipper-top sandwich bag, press out any air, seal the bag and use a rolling pin to roll the dough until it fills the bag, forming a square. Refrigerate two hours or overnight.
- Make the pigs in a blanket: Heat a 10-inch skillet, preferably cast-iron, on medium. If your cocktail franks came in a plastic package, pat them dry on paper towels. Place the franks in the pan and cook, turning, frequently, until they're lightly browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels. Let cool to room temperature.
- Remove dough from sandwich bags by cutting the bags and peeling them off. Roll each square of dough on a lightly floured board into a 9-by-12-inch rectangle that is about 1/8-inch thick. Cut each into four 9-by-3-inch strips, then cut each strip crosswise into six 1 1/2-inch sections. You should have 48 rectangles that are each 1 1/2 by 3 inches.
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Place a cocktail frank on each piece of dough, across the rectangle so the longer side can be wrapped around the frank. Roll the dough around the frank, moisten the edge with water and press closed. Place each wrapped frank seam side down on the baking sheet.
- Bake until golden, about 25 minutes. Serve at once or let cool and refrigerate or freeze, then let come to room temperature and warm at 250 degrees for 15 minutes. Serve with mustard alongside for dipping.
Tips:
- Choose the right hot dogs: Look for hot dogs that are specifically made for pigs in a blanket. These hot dogs are typically smaller and thinner than regular hot dogs, making them easier to wrap in the dough.
- Use a good quality puff pastry: The puff pastry is what makes pigs in a blanket so delicious, so it's important to use a good quality puff pastry. Look for a puff pastry that is made with real butter and has a high fat content.
- Cut the puff pastry into even strips: When you're cutting the puff pastry into strips, make sure to cut them evenly so that they all cook evenly.
- Wrap the hot dogs tightly: When you're wrapping the hot dogs in the puff pastry, make sure to wrap them tightly so that the dough doesn't come undone during baking.
- Brush the pigs in a blanket with egg wash: Before baking the pigs in a blanket, brush them with egg wash. This will help them to brown and give them a golden color.
- Bake the pigs in a blanket until they're golden brown: Bake the pigs in a blanket until they're golden brown and cooked through. This will usually take about 15-20 minutes.
Conclusion:
Pigs in a blanket are a quick and easy appetizer or snack that is perfect for any occasion. They're delicious, fun to make, and always a crowd-pleaser. Whether you're making them for a party or just for a snack, these pigs in a blanket are sure to be a hit.
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