Italian Crescent Ring

This Italian Crescent Ring is sure to become a household favorite! Not only is it easy to make, but it’s an incredibly delicious and beautiful dish.

 

You can never go wrong with a simple meal that is full of protein, buttery crescent rolls, and gooey cheese. Even the picky eaters in your household will love this simple recipe.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick to make: Quick and easy to make only takes a few minutes of prep time.
• Deliciously cheesy: We’ve included plenty of delicious cheese that will melt perfectly in this dish.
• Perfect for any occasion: Whether you’re having a family dinner or just need something quick to whip up this crescent ring.

Ingredients

You only need a few simple ingredients to help you make this simple dinner recipe. Gather your family around the table and get ready to enjoy this simple weeknight meal.

• ground beef
• onion
• minced garlic
• Italian seasoning (Just started using this one and it’s really good)
• crescent rolls
• garlic salt (Just minced garlic and pink Himalayan salt, the best I’ve used)
• ground pepper (Been using this one for years)
• marinara sauce
• Italian blend cheese

Equipment

You will need a few basic kitchen tools to help you make this simple recipe. Gather these tools and get ready to enjoy this hearty meal with your family.

• large skillet (Just got this one and love it)
• pie plate  (This one made a beautiful looking end result)
• pizza cutter (Nice heavy duty like this one). Or sharp knife

How to Make Italian Crescent Ring

Making this cheesy crescent ring is super easy. Just follow the steps listed below or in the recipe card at the bottom of this post for an easy recipe that your entire family will enjoy.

Step 1: Cook the ground beef

In a skillet cook ground beef on medium until golden brown.

Step 2: Add the onions and garlic

Add chopped onion, garlic, and spices, cook until onion is translucent, then add marinara.

 

Step 3: Prepare your baking dish

Open crescent rolls and separate them into 8 triangles. Grease a 9-inch pie plate with butter and place rolls in a round pattern with the smallest end facing the outer rim of the dish.

 

Step 4: Add the dough to the pie plate

Press the dough and cover the bottom of the dish with the crescent dough and leave the endpoints over the edge of the dish.

 

Step 5: Fill the crescent ring

Place 1 cup of cheese over the top of the crescent rolls and spoon the meat mixture over the cheese. Bring the tips of the dough to the center of the pan.

 

Step 6: Top with cheese and bake

Sprinkle with the remaining cup of cheese and sprinkle Italian seasoning over the top of the cheese. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown on top.

Storage

Storage – Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days. The Italian crescent ring can also be frozen for up to three months.

Reheating: Reheat in the oven to 350 degrees for 10 minutes or microwave for 1-2 minutes or until warm all the way through.

Variations and Substitutions

This recipe can easily be customized to suit your family’s taste buds. Here are a few variations and substitutions that you can use to switch up this dish.

• Use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef
• Add vegetables like diced mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach, or zucchini
• Use mozzarella cheese instead of Italian blend cheese
• Stuff the crescent ring with your favorite pizza toppings for even more flavor.
• For extra protein, you could also add pepperoni or salami to your crescent ring.
• If you like spice swap out the ground beef for hot Italian sausage to add a little heat.

What to Serve With Italian Crescent Ring

I love to pair a hearty meal like this one with a simple green salad like this Chef’s Salad. Or you could even serve these DoubleTree Hotel Chocolate Chip Cookies after this meal for a sweet treat.

 

Pro Tips

Here are a few tips that you can use to ensure that this crescent ring turns out perfectly for you every time that you make it.

• If you don’t have Italian seasoning, you can use a combination of oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary.
• You can also switch up the type of cheese used to give this dish some variety. Feel free to use whatever cheese that you have on hand.
• Make sure that you spray your pie dish well with nonstick cooking spray, or butter the baking dish well to prevent the crescent rolls from sticking.
• When folding the crescent rolls over the top, press down on the seams to seal the crescent ring. This will prevent any of the fillings from leaking out during baking.
• Make sure that you store your leftovers properly in an airtight container in order to keep them fresh longer.
• To add even more flavor to this dish, top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese right before serving. This will give a little extra zing to your meal.

FAQs

Do you have questions about this delicious recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this recipe.

Are crescent rolls the same as croissants?

No, crescent rolls are made from puff pastry dough and croissants are made from a different type of dough that is laminated with butter.

What’s the best way to cut a crescent ring?

I’ve found that using a pizza cutter is the easiest way to cut the crescent ring. It makes it easier to cut through all of the layers of cheese and dough without making a mess.

Can I freeze this Italian crescent ring?

Yes, you can easily freeze this dish for up to three months. Make sure that you wrap it well in plastic wrap or aluminum foil before freezing.

More Delicious Crescent Recipes

• So Simple Cinnamon Crescent Twists
• Crescent Rolls Garlic Bread
• 4 Ingredient Pepperoni Pizza Crescent Rolls

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