Categories: Diabetic
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb turkey Italian sausage links, casings removed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar
- 8 sheets phyllo dough
- 12 whole chives, optional
Directions
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Crumble the sausage into a large nonstick skillet; add onion, red pepper and garlic. Cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in cheese; cool slightly.
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Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface; coat with cooking spray. Cover with a second sheet of phyllo; coat with cooking spray. Cut widthwise into three 4-inch strips, discarding trimmings. Top each with 2 round tbsp of sausage mixture; fold bottom and side edges over filling and roll up. Repeat with remaining phyllo and filling.
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Place seam side down on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 425 for 5-6 minutes or until lightly browned. Tie a chive around each bundle, if desired. Serve warm.