Maple Sausage And Apple Braid

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400u00b0F. Cook sausage and apples in large skillet over MEDIUM-HIGH heat 8-10 minutes or until sausage is thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently; drain. Cool slightly.

2. 2

   Combine onions, cranberries and 2 eggs in large bowl. Add sausage mixture and flour; mix lightly.

3. 3

   Unroll pastry sheets on 2 baking sheets. Spoon half of the sausage mixture down center of each sheet.

4. 4

   Beat remaining egg with water; brush onto uncovered pastry.

5. 5

   Use a sharp knife to make 7 diagonal cuts in exposed pastry on each side of filling, stopping 1 inch from filling. Fold strips over filling, alternating sides until filling is enclosed.

6. 6

   Brush pastries with remaining egg; sprinkle with sesame seeds.

7. 7

   Bake 23-27 minutes or until braids are crisp and golden brown. Cut each into 6 slices to serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.