Savory Crescent Roll Bake!

A Savory Crescent Roll Bake is a quick and easy dish that can be served as a main course or side. It’s full of delicious flavors and comes together quickly, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner. Here’s a full recipe for a savory and cheesy crescent roll bake with a tasty filling.

Savory Crescent Roll Bake

Ingredients:

• 2 cans of Crescent roll dough (8 oz each)

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey, sausage, or chicken)

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 1 cup cheddar  cheese, shredded (or a mix of your favorite cheeses)

• 1 cup cream cheese, softened

• 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained (optional, for a bit of spice)

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1/2 cup sour cream (optional for added creaminess)

• 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cook the ground meat: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef (or other ground meat of your choice) and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

3. Add the veggies and spices: Add the diced onion to the skillet with the cooked meat and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion softens. Add garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir to combine.

4. Add the cream cheese and tomatoes: Lower the heat to medium-low. Stir in the softened cream cheese until it melts and creates a creamy mixture. If you’re using the Rotel diced tomatoes, add them now and stir until well combined. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors. Remove from heat.

5. Prepare the crescent roll dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough and lay it flat in the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. You can either place the dough in whole sheets or pinch the seams together to form one even layer, depending on your preference.

6. Layer the filling: Spread the creamy meat mixture evenly over the crescent roll dough in the baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese (or any cheese of your choice) on top of the meat mixture.

7. Top with the second layer of crescent rolls: Unroll the second can of crescent rolls and lay it over the top of the filling, pinching the seams together as needed. If you like, you can make a decorative pattern with the dough.

8. Bake the casserole: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and cooked through.

9. Serve: Remove from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. You can top the bake with a dollop of sour cream or fresh herbs for extra flavor if desired.

Optional Add-ins:

• Vegetables: Add some sautéed bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach for extra veggies.

• Seasoning: Spice things up by adding chili powder, cumin, or cayenne pepper for more flavor.

•  Cheese: Experiment with different types of cheese like mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend for a different taste.

This Savory Crescent Roll Bake is a one-pan wonder that’s perfect for busy weeknights, and the leftovers make a great lunch the next day. Would you like any more ideas for variations or tips on making it ahead of time?