Description
Ina Garten’s hot dogs in puff pastry provide a delightful twist on classic party fare. Flaky pastry wraps create an elegant appetizer that guests will crave, making this simple recipe a perfect choice for entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 4 all-beef hot dogs (Hebrew National recommended)
- 1 egg
- 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard (Grey Poupon suggested)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) water
- all-purpose flour (for dusting)
- flaked sea salt (Maldon suggested)
- freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal pastry baking.
- Pastry Handling: Unfold the puff pastry on a floured surface, roll out smoothly, and slice into two precise 5½ x 4-inch rectangles.
- Mustard Base: Spread tangy mustard across the lower half of each pastry rectangle, creating a flavorful foundation.
- Hot Dog Wrapping: Position a hot dog at the bottom edge of each mustard-coated pastry, then carefully roll the pastry around the hot dog, sealing the edge with egg wash to secure the package.
- Baking Preparation: Arrange the wrapped hot dogs seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining spacing between rolls.
- Finishing Touches: Brush the pastry surfaces with egg wash and sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance flavor and appearance.
- Baking Process: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-35 minutes until the pastry achieves a rich golden-brown color and is completely cooked through.
- Serving: Remove from the oven, allow a brief cooling period, and serve immediately with additional mustard for dipping, creating a delectable appetizer or quick meal.
Notes
- Pastry Perfection: Roll puff pastry gently to eliminate creases, ensuring a smooth, even surface for optimal texture and appearance.
- Mustard Magic: Spread tangy mustard strategically before wrapping hot dogs to add a flavor layer that complements the pastry and meat.
- Seal with Care: Use egg wash to secure pastry edges, preventing unraveling and creating a beautiful golden seal during baking.
- Golden Brown Timing: Watch closely during the 25-35 minute baking window, aiming for a rich golden-brown color that indicates perfectly cooked pastry and heated hot dog.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg