This Cheesy Beef Crescent Casserole is a delicious and easy weeknight dinner option that the whole family will love. It features a flavorful ground beef filling topped with a layer of creamy cheese and baked inside a crescent roll crust. With its combination of savory beef, gooey cheese, and buttery crescent rolls, this casserole is sure to be a hit. Plus, it can be ready to serve in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy nights. Try it tonight and enjoy a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package (8 ounces) crescent roll dough
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
- Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Pour in the tomato sauce and simmer the mixture for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- While the beef mixture is simmering, unroll the crescent roll dough onto a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, pressing the seams together to form a single sheet of dough.
- Spread the beef mixture over the crescent roll dough in an even layer. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the beef.
- Starting with one short side, roll up the dough, jelly roll style, ensuring that the filling stays inside.
- Brush the melted butter evenly over the top of the crescent roll.
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crescent roll is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Slice into portions and enjoy!
