Savoury Sausage Picnic Loaf

Elevate your outdoor gatherings with this irresistible Savoury Sausage Picnic Loaf—a golden, homemade bread filled with a flavorful sausage, onion, garlic, and cheddar cheese mixture. Perfectly seasoned with fresh parsley and black pepper, this hearty loaf combines freshly baked crust with a rich, savory filling that’s sure to impress. Crafted with strong white bread flour and brushed with a glossy egg wash for a beautiful finish, this loaf is baked to golden perfection in just 30 minutes. Ideal for picnics, parties, or family lunches, it can be served warm or at room temperature for ultimate versatility. Save this recipe for your next picnic or casual celebratory spread!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams strong white bread flour
• 7 grams instant yeast
• 1 tablespoon caster sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 300 milliliters warm water
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 400 grams sausages (pork or chicken, high-quality)
• 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 100 grams cheddar cheese (grated)
• 1 large egg (beaten, for glazing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the strong white bread flour, instant yeast, caster sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center.

Step 2

Pour in the warm water and olive oil. Mix until a dough begins to form, then knead on a lightly floured surface for 8–10 minutes or until smooth and elastic.

Step 3

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 4

While the dough is rising, prepare the sausage filling. Remove the sausage meat from the casings and place it in a bowl. Add the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, fresh parsley, black pepper, and grated cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large rectangle (approximately 30x40 cm).

Step 7

Spread the sausage filling evenly down the center third of the dough, leaving a border on either side.

Step 8

Fold one side of the dough over the filling, then fold the other side over to overlap, creating a sealed loaf. Pinch and tuck the ends to seal the filling completely inside.

Step 9

Carefully place the loaf seam-side down on the prepared baking tray. Brush the surface with beaten egg to give a shiny, golden glaze.

Step 10

Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.

Step 11

Allow the loaf to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature for a perfect picnic treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1546.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3980.0

Total Fat 187.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 570.5mg	0%
Sodium 6484.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 422.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 25.8g
Protein 149.9g	0%

Vitamin D 54.8IU	0%
Calcium 914.0mg	0%
Iron 12.4mg	0%
Potassium 1995.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.5%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 42.5%