Giant Pigs in a Blanket Recipe

Name: Giant Pigs in a Blanket
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large eggs; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup milk; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 teaspoons melted butter; 1 large pinch salt; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/3 cup white wine; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 4 honey crisp apples, peeled, small diced; 2 whole star anise; 2 cloves; Pinch salt and pepper; 6 links breakfast sausage; 6 sage leaves, chiffonade; 1/2 cup mascarpone

Servings: persons

3 large eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons melted butter
1 large pinch salt
2 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup white wine
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
4 honey crisp apples, peeled, small diced
2 whole star anise
2 cloves
Pinch salt and pepper
6 links breakfast sausage
6 sage leaves, chiffonade
1/2 cup mascarpone

1
For the crepe: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth.
2
Add the flour in parts, then slowly add the milk, sugar, melted butter and salt.
3
Let rest for 30 minutes.
4
Add 1/2 cup of the batter to a 12-inch nonstick skillet and cook crepe on one side for 2 to 3 minutes before flipping.
5
Repeat for the remaining batter.
6
For the chutney: In a saute pan, over medium heat, melt half of the butter.
7
Add the wine, brown sugar, cinnamon, apples, star anise, cloves and salt and pepper.
8
Allow this mixture to cook and reduce/fuse the flavors together for 20 minutes.
9
Then add the remaining butter.
10
For the sausage: Heat an oiled cast-iron pan over medium heat and brown the sausage on all sides until cooked through, about 8 minutes, then remove and reserve.
11
Add the sage to the hot sausage grease until crisp, 10 to 15 seconds, and remove to paper towel with a slotted spoon.
12
For the sandwich build: Lay out the warm crepes and place a sausage in the center, add a dollop of mascarpone on top and roll like a pig in a blanket.
13
Place some apple compote on top and garnish with some fried sage-kill it with a knife and fork!
14
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457

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large eggs, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup milk, 2 tablespoons sugar, and more.

Yes, Giant Pigs in a Blanket falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Giant Pigs in a Blanket

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