Cheesy Hamburger and Crescent Roll Casserole
Delicious Cheesy Hamburger and Crescent Roll Casserole with savory ground beef and melty cheese.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Large skillet
Ingredients
Base
- 9 oz crescent rolls I use Pillsbury Original for the best flaky crust.
Filling
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1.25 cups salsa I prefer Pace Chunky for consistent thickness and flavor.
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese shredded from a block for better melting and creaminess.
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Garnish (optional)
- toppings to taste like shredded lettuce or sour cream
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with oil or cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon as it browns, about 5-7 minutes until no pink remains. Drain excess fat from the pan, then stir in the salsa, ground cumin, and salt. Let this simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and press it firmly into the bottom of your prepared baking dish, sealing any perforations together.
- Spread the cooked meat mixture evenly over the crescent dough base, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese across the top.
- Bake the casserole in your preheated oven for 20 minutes until the crescent roll edges are golden brown and the cheese is completely melted.
- Cut the casserole into individual portions and transfer to serving plates or bowls. Top each serving with your choice of toppings.
Notes
The combination of fresh, cool toppings provides a nice contrast to the warm, cheesy casserole.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 14gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg
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