sausage

While it's unlikely that one could ever tire of pigs in a blanket, it's about time the appetizer received a slight revamp. Rather than hot dogs, why not experiment with a fancier sausage flavor, like chicken apple?

The easiest, least-messy way to wrap these "chicks," or chicken sausages, is with crescent dough. Divide the dough into four rectangles, and wrap it around each sausage tightly.

Pinch the edges of the dough to completely seal it around the sausage.

Slice the rolls with a serrated knife, then pop them in the oven until the sausage caramelizes and the dough turns golden. These are guaranteed to go fast for breakfast, at a party, or for a game-day appetizer. Keep reading for the recipe.

Kitchenwlittleb's recipe for sausage roasted alongside cherry tomatoes and basil is incredibly simple yet utterly satisfying.

Using a simple technique, tomatoes roasted with sausages makes for a great dinner. This meal uses only five ingredients but tastes much more complex!

For the full recipe, check out her blog, and be sure to upload your latest food-related obsessions with us in the YumSugar Community. If you're on Instagram, then join us by tagging your pictures with the hashtag #savorysight.

I've never met a pizza I didn't like and am always looking for new and unusual toppings, so when I received a recipe from Chef Eric Lee of Simi Winery for lamb sausage pizza, it went on the top of my must-make list. With the roasted red pepper sauce, slightly spicy sausage, and tangy feta cheese, it's a nontraditional but super flavorful pizza. Once you make the romesco, the pizza comes together quickly. Cook at high heat for maximum crispness. If you're a fan of lamb, you've got to try this pizza! Here's the recipe.

What is it about baked pastas that's so wildly comforting? Could it be their starchy goodness? Cheesy topping? Hearty filling? It's probably a combination of all these factors that makes a dish, like this spicy baked penne with sausage and chard, a winner. It can be assembled in advance and baked just before serving, thus it's an ideal dish for entertaining. An item like this is also great after a long day on the slopes. If you build it in the morning, when you arrive home, all you have to do is bake it. It's easy to make and absolutely delicious to eat, so check out the recipe now.

Start your week off on the right foot by making a meal that goes against all the rules. This recipe proves that clams don't always have to be paired with fish or shellfish, and they aren't only ideal in potato chowders or pastas.

Just as a meaty short rib or a bolognese sauce would pair with polenta, do leftover steamed clams with crumbled Italian sausage to tie everything together.

White wine adds acid, and broccoli rabe and baby tomatoes round out the dish. For a one-pot Monday night meal that'll break new ground in your kitchen, read more.

I live by the belief that food tastes better when it's on a stick. This phenomenon doesn't just apply to skewers but also everything from Greek salad bites to French fries and bacon to Vietnamese coffee.

Antipasti is no exception. Rather than serving this crowd-pleasing Italian appetizer on a platter, serve it to a tailgating or holiday crowd as finger food.

This version combines Italian-style chicken sausage, roasted peppers, basil, sun-dried tomatoes, and artichokes, but feel free to mix it up with bocconcini, peppadews, or your favorite salumi. For an unstoppable gobble that's as healthy as it is delicious, keep reading.

OnSugar blogger Fresh Tart calls this tostada the best breakfast she's ever had, and it looks so scrumptious that I totally believe her!

What's this?  Why, it's the best (insert your favorite curse word) breakfast you've had, like, ever.  You'll see the list of ingredients, and you might freak out a little bit, thinking that it's awfully rich for breakfast.  But bear with me, as I'm a big fan of small jolts of dear ingredients, the best possible way to eat healthfully without dying of boredom.

This baby has it all, and I'm not just talking a nice balance of protein, carbohydrates, and fat.  I'm talking crunchy, creamy, salty, spicy, even a hint of sweetness from the tomatoes.  I realize that I'm claiming no new territory here - huevos rancheros fans will be all over this.  But I might be able to shake you egg-&-buttered-toast fans out of a rut, and for that I'd be thrilled.  (This totals around 250 calories for those who care, and in my experience, will leave you nicely satisfied until lunch time.)

See her delicious-sounding recipe — I'm totally making it — when you read more.

When the temperatures drop, there's nothing more satisfying than a warm, hearty stew. But you don't need to have an entire afternoon at your disposal to brew up a batch of flavorful soup — all you need is 15 spare minutes.

This stew utilizes canned cannellini beans and precooked chicken sausage to whip up a meal in minimal time. Diced tomatoes add acidity, and fresh kale adds texture and earthiness. If you've got more time on your hands, use dried beans or uncooked sausage. Whatever you choose, pair it with a crusty baguette and a glass of Pinot for the perfect Fall dinner.
For the no-fuss recipe, keep reading.