This Cheesy Sausage Crescent Bake is a delightful and hearty dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. It features flaky crescent rolls filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground sausage and melted cheese. The rolls are baked to golden perfection, creating a crispy exterior that contrasts beautifully with the gooey, cheesy interior. This dish is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a great option for feeding a crowd or enjoying as a comforting meal at home.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground sausage
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent rolls
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. If using, add the finely chopped onion and cook until softened. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to the cooked sausage, stirring to combine.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into individual triangles.
- Place a spoonful of the cooked sausage mixture onto the wide end of each crescent roll triangle.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese over the sausage mixture.
- Roll up each crescent roll, starting from the wide end and rolling towards the pointed end, encasing the sausage and cheese mixture inside.
- Arrange the rolled crescent rolls in a greased baking dish.
- Brush the tops of the crescent rolls with melted butter.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the crescent rolls.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Serve: This dish serves approximately 6-8 people.
Calories: Each serving contains approximately 350-400 calories, depending on the specific ingredients and portion sizes used.
This recipe is a delightful way to enjoy a savory and cheesy treat that is both visually appealing and delicious. The combination of flaky crescent rolls and a flavorful sausage filling makes this dish a perfect choice for any meal. Whether you’re serving it for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, this Cheesy Sausage Crescent Bake is sure to be a hit.