Sausage Croustade

1. 1

   Saute sausage in medium skillet over medium-high heat until meat starts to render fat, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Break up sausage with back of wooden spoon.

3. 3

   Stir in leeks and thyme and reduce heat to medium.

4. 4

   Cook covered until leeks are golden and soft, about 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Heat oven to 400 degrees.

6. 6

   Unfold 1 pastry sheet on ungreased baking sheet.

7. 7

   Spread half the sausage mixture lengthwise over half of pastry, leaving 2-inch border at long edge.

8. 8

   Beat egg and milk lightly together and brush over 2-inch border with fingertips.

9. 9

   Trim border with sharp knife.

10. 10

    Brush top with egg wash. Cut slits in top 1/2 inch apart and parallel to short edges.

11. 11

    Repeat step 3 with second sheet pastry and remaining sausage mixture.

12. 12

    Bake until lightly browned and puffed, about 20 minutes.

13. 13

    Cut into 1-inch slices and serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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