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Italian Crescent Casserole

Irresistibly Cheesy Italian Crescent Casserole You’ll Love

This Italian Crescent Casserole combines flaky dough with savory sausage and gooey cheese for a comforting dish everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage substitute with ground chicken or turkey for a lighter option
  • 1 small Onion use shallots for a milder taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh minced is best
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers any color works or can be omitted
  • 1 cup Mushrooms sauté before adding for depth
  • 2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning fresh herbs elevate the taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese fresh mozzarella offers a richer taste
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano can substitute
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese can be omitted for a simpler version
  • 2 cans Crescent Roll Dough store-bought is convenient
Optional Garnish
  • to taste Fresh Herbs basil or parsley works beautifully

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Italian Crescent Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned, about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat, then add onions, garlic, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Sauté for 5-6 minutes.
  3. Roll out the crescent dough and layer it in the baking dish. Spoon the sausage and veggie mixture over the dough, then add dollops of ricotta cheese and sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crescent dough is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  5. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before cutting into squares. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This casserole can be customized for spicy or vegetarian options and is perfect for meal prep and freezing.

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