Italian Crescent Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
468 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Italian Crescent Casserole
Description
Italian Crescent Casserole brings together seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, small-diced zucchini, and crushed tomatoes to create a hearty filling enclosed in a crescent roll dough crust. The dough is formed into a spoke pattern to line the baking dish and then pulled over the filling for a sealed top. As it bakes, the crescent dough turns golden and flaky, contrasting with the tender, tomato-rich filling. The Italian seasoning and garlic salt enhance the flavor without overpowering the vegetables.
The texture balances between the soft, stewed vegetables and meat and the biscuit-like crust, making it satisfying and easy to serve. It’s well-suited for a comforting family meal or casual gathering, where the inclusion of vegetables is subtle enough for picky eaters.
This casserole can be paired with a simple green salad or a side of steamed vegetables to round out the meal. It does not require complex preparation but delivers a complete flavor profile using common pantry staples and fresh produce.
Vegetables like zucchini can be substituted or added to include squash, carrots, or green pepper to vary texture and flavor. The recipe encourages incorporating vegetables visibly appreciated or hidden, providing flexibility to adapt to available ingredients or preferences.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1/2 onion chopped
- garlic salt
- Italian seasoning
- 1 zucchini diced small
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
- 1 can crescent rolls refrigerated
- 1 1/2 cups Italian cheese blend 6 oz, shredded
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet.
- Add onions, diced zucchini, garlic salt, and Italian seasoning (Just sprinkle some in)
- Cook until soft.
- Stir in the canned of crushed tomatoes.
- Separate dough into 8 triangles. Place dough in ungreased 9-inch glass pie plate in spoke pattern, with narrow tips overlapping rim of plate about 3 inches. Press dough in the sides and bottom to form crust.
- Spoon the entire meat mixture into the pan.
- Top with cheese.
- Pull the dough over the meat mixture.
- Bake at 375°F for about 15 to 20 minutes.
Notes
- Vegetables such as zucchini, squash, carrots, and green pepper can be added to enhance flavor and nutrition.
- The vegetables soften during cooking and become inconspicuous, which helps include them without affecting the overall appeal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 468 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 468kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol | 83mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 615mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 531mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 495IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 12.8mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 248mg | 25% |
| Iron | 3.2mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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