Sausage Croustade

Directions

1. 1
   Saute sausage in medium skillet over medium-high heat until meat starts to render fat, about 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Break up sausage with back of wooden spoon.
3. 3
   Stir in leeks and thyme and reduce heat to medium.
4. 4
   Cook covered until leeks are golden and soft, about 15 minutes.
5. 5
   Heat oven to 400 degrees.
6. 6
   Unfold 1 pastry sheet on ungreased baking sheet.
7. 7
   Spread half the sausage mixture lengthwise over half of pastry, leaving 2-inch border at long edge.
8. 8
   Beat egg and milk lightly together and brush over 2-inch border with fingertips.
9. 9
   Trim border with sharp knife.
10. 10
    Brush top with egg wash. Cut slits in top 1/2 inch apart and parallel to short edges.
11. 11
    Repeat step 3 with second sheet pastry and remaining sausage mixture.
12. 12
    Bake until lightly browned and puffed, about 20 minutes.
13. 13
    Cut into 1-inch slices and serve hot.