Runza Bake
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this hearty and satisfying Runza Bake, a Midwestern-inspired casserole packed with savory flavors and a rich, flaky crust. This recipe layers a golden base of buttery crescent roll dough with a hearty filling of seasoned ground beef, tender sautéed cabbage, and melted cheddar cheese, all topped with another layer of crescent rolls for a perfectly crisp finish. Quick to assemble with just 20 minutes of prep time, it’s an easy dinner option for busy weeknights or a crowd-pleaser at family potlucks. A brushed egg wash gives the crust its gorgeous golden hue, while optional sesame seeds add an extra touch of texture. Serve piping hot for a comforting, homestyle meal that’s irresistibly delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 2 cups Green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 packages (8 ounces each) Refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 large Egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter and add the diced onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes). Drain excess grease if needed.
Stir the shredded cabbage, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder into the skillet. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cabbage is softened and the flavors are well combined. Remove from heat.
Unroll one package of crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, pinching seams together to form a solid crust layer.
Spread the cooked beef and cabbage mixture evenly over the dough layer. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
Unroll the second package of crescent roll dough and carefully lay it over the filling, pinching seams together to form a smooth top crust. Tuck the edges of the dough slightly under for a clean look.
Brush the beaten egg over the top crust for a golden finish. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling at the edges.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing into squares. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4066 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 278.4 g | 357% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.7 g | 658% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 806 mg | 269% | |
| Sodium | 7910 mg | 344% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 207.8 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.3 g | ||
| Protein | 175.9 g | 352% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 1895 mg | 146% | |
| Iron | 22.1 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 1351 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.
