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Get ready to celebrate Sausage Roll Day on June 5! This delicious holiday has been around for centuries, first appearing in the United States in the early 19th century. Traditionally served as a breakfast item, sausage rolls have since become popular all over the world. They come in many different shapes and sizes and can be made with a variety of fillings such as beef, chicken, pork, or even vegetarian options. So make sure to mark your calendars for this scrumptious day and get ready to enjoy some delicious sausage rolls!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invention of Sausage Rolls</div><div class='timeline-text'>Sausage rolls were first invented in the United States, becoming a popular handheld breakfast item.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1900s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Spread of Sausage Rolls</div><div class='timeline-text'>The dish began to spread to other parts of the world, including Australia and the UK, where it was embraced as a quick and tasty snack.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cultural Significance in Australia</div><div class='timeline-text'>The sausage roll became ingrained in Australian culture, often served at special events and parties. The Australia-style sausage roll typically contains mince meat instead of a whole sausage.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sausage Rolls in British Fast Food </div><div class='timeline-text'>Sausage rolls became a staple in British fast food outlets and bakeries, such as Greggs, readily available for customers seeking quick, savory bites.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>SureFlap's Record-breaking Sausage Roll</div><div class='timeline-text'>British cat flap producer, SureFlap, broke the Guinness World Record for the 'Longest Sausage Roll' at 74.75m (245ft 3in), drawing significant media attention to the snack.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Annual Sausage Roll Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Sausage Roll Day was first celebrated in June 2015, offering a timely celebration of the beloved savory snack around the world.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a sausage roll party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a delicious sausage roll party. You can serve up mini sausage rolls or make larger, more elaborate creations like a sausage roll lasagna or a sausage roll pizza.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try out different recipes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sausage rolls come in all shapes and sizes, from the traditional British variety to Thai, Mexican, and Italian recipes. Experiment with different flavors and seasonings to find your perfect sausage roll.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Cook with friends</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get together with a few of your friends and have a sausage roll cooking session. Have each person bring their own ingredients, then spend a few hours creating and tasting delicious recipes.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a local bakery</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you don't feel like cooking, head to your local bakery for some tasty sausage rolls. Most bakeries will have a few different types of sausage rolls that you can enjoy.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take part in a competition</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look for local competitions that celebrate Sausage Roll Day. You can enter your own creations or just show up to taste and judge the entries.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Sausage rolls are delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Who doesn't love a savory sausage roll? They may be small, but they pack a huge punch of flavor. Whether you're eating them as an appetizer or part of a main meal, sausage rolls are absolutely delicious and sure to please everyone in the family!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They can be made ahead of time</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the best things about making sausage rolls is that you can easily prepare them ahead of time. Just make the dough, wrap it around your favorite filling and then pop them in the fridge until you're ready to cook them. This makes them perfect for parties and other get-togethers where last minute preparations might be necessary!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Sausage rolls are versatile</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The great thing about sausage rolls is that there's no one right way to make them. You can use ground beef, pork, chicken, turkey or even vegan options like tofu. And you can change up the flavors by adding spices, herbs or sauces. There are endless possibilities when it comes to creating the perfect sausage roll!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The world's largest sausage roll was 155.4 meters long</h3><p class='facts-content'>In 2018, Miami Bakehouse in Western Australia crafted the world's longest sausage roll. It beat the previous record by more than double!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The sausage roll has royal roots</h3><p class='facts-content'>Some food historians believe that the sausage roll may have its origins in the Roman pastry 'Isicia Omentata,' a predecessor of British mince pies served at royal banquets.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Vegetarian sausage rolls are on the rise</h3><p class='facts-content'>With the growing trend of plant-based diets, many food companies are producing vegetarian and vegan sausage rolls made with plant-based meats and other alternative fillings.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sausage rolls are a Christmas tradition in some cultures</h3><p class='facts-content'>In the United Kingdom, sausage rolls are a traditional snack during the Christmas holidays, often served with mulled wine at festive celebrations.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sausage rolls can be sweet too!</h3><p class='facts-content'>In America, some bakeries have introduced sweet versions of sausage rolls. They use fillings like chocolate or apple instead of meat, creating a unique blend of savory and sweet!</p></div></div>
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