Italian Crescent Casserole
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italy with this Italian Crescent Casserole, a quick and easy dinner recipe perfect for busy weeknights! Featuring a hearty layer of seasoned ground beef, zesty tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese, this dish is topped with golden, buttery crescent roll dough for a flaky crust that’s as irresistible as it is satisfying. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this layered casserole bakes to perfection in under 30 minutes, making it a family-friendly meal that’s ready in no time. Sprinkle on Parmesan and fresh parsley for an optional burst of flavor and visual appeal, and serve it with a crisp side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete, crowd-pleasing dinner. Perfectly combining Italian-inspired ingredients with simple assembly, the Italian Crescent Casserole is a go-to recipe for comforting yet effortless home-cooked meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 15 ounces Tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 ounces Crescent roll dough (refrigerated)
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
Stir in the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
Spread the beef and tomato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the meat mixture in an even layer.
Open the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles as directed on the package. Arrange the crescent triangles over the cheese layer, overlapping slightly, to form a crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescent roll crust is golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top. Bake for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley over the casserole for extra flavor and garnish.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Italian Crescent Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2801 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.7 g | 232% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.1 g | 406% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 469 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 5932 mg | 258% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.4 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.5 g | ||
| Protein | 162.7 g | 325% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1996 mg | 154% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1345 mg | 29% | |
*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.
