Description
This Italian Crescent Casserole is a savory and comforting dish perfect for a family dinner. Layers of flaky crescent roll dough, flavorful Italian sausage, gooey cheese, and veggies, all baked to golden perfection. Easy to make and sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 lb cooked Italian sausage, crumbled
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For Garnish:
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic in olive oil until softened.
- Add Sausage: Mix in cooked Italian sausage, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Prepare Dish: Press crescent dough into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread marinara sauce over the dough.
- Layer Ingredients: Add the sausage and vegetable mixture on top. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Garnish: Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Enhance with sliced mushrooms or olives for extra flavor.
- Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
