Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Prepare the Sausage Gravy: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the breakfast sausage for about seven minutes. Be sure to break it apart as it cooks and keep the rendered fat in the pan for flavor.Breakfast sausage
- Thicken the Filling: Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage. Stir constantly for two to three minutes to allow the flour to absorb the fat and cook off the raw flour taste.All-purpose flour
- Simmer the Gravy: Slowly whisk in the whole milk. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue stirring until the mixture thickens into a rich gravy, usually taking four to five minutes.Whole milk
- Season: Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the seasoned salt, black pepper, and optional rosemary or sage. Set aside to cool.Seasoned salt, Black pepper, Fresh rosemary, Dried sage
- Scramble the Eggs: In a nonstick skillet, whisk and cook the eggs over medium heat until they are just set and light. Remove from heat immediately to keep them soft.Large eggs
- Mix the Pastry Dough: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Use a pastry cutter to blend in the cold butter and shortening until the mixture resembles pea-sized crumbs.All-purpose flour, Vegetable shortening, Cold butter
- Form the Dough: Whisk together one egg, vinegar, and cold water. Pour this into the flour mixture and stir until a shaggy dough forms. Use your hands to bring it together without overworking it.1 Large egg, White vinegar, Water
- Roll and Cut: Divide the dough in half. On a floured surface, roll each half to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut the dough into 3x4 inch rectangles.
- Assemble the Pop-Tarts: Place half of the rectangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the edges with egg wash. Place a spoonful of scrambled eggs and sausage gravy in the center. Top with another rectangle, then crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
- Bake: Brush the tops with egg wash, sprinkle with cheese and your chosen seasonings, and bake for 25 minutes until golden brown.Shredded cheddar or Jack cheese, Favorite seasoning
- Cool and Serve: Let the pastries rest for five minutes before serving warm.
Notes
Ensure your butter, shortening, and water are ice-cold before mixing the dough to achieve the flakiest crust possible. These pastries freeze beautifully for meal prep and can be baked straight from the freezer by adding a few minutes to the baking time.