Italian Crescent Casserole

Why Make This Recipe

Sometimes, you just want something easy, warm, and comforting after a long day. This Italian Crescent Casserole is perfect for that. It’s simple to prepare and doesn’t need many ingredients. It gives you a full, hearty meal with very little work.

It’s also great for feeding a family. Kids and adults both love it because it has familiar flavors—ground beef, cheese, sauce, and soft crescent rolls. It’s not spicy or fancy, just tasty and filling.

Plus, this casserole is very flexible. You can switch out the meat or add more cheese if you want. It’s one of those go-to recipes you’ll come back to again and again.

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How to Make Italian Crescent Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup spaghetti sauce
• 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent rolls
• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain the fat.
3. Add the spaghetti sauce to the beef and stir. Cook for 2 more minutes, then remove from heat.
4. Unroll the crescent dough and press it into a greased 9-inch pie plate or baking dish to form a crust. Press it up the sides.
5. Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the dough.
6. Spoon the beef and sauce mix on top.
7. Add the remaining mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and Parmesan cheese on top.
8. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.