Description
Creamy sausage cream cheese crescent bake combines savory flavors in a comforting casserole. Hearty ingredients blend seamlessly, promising a satisfying meal that brings warmth to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 packages Jimmy Dean pork sausage crumbles (9.6 oz / 272 g each)
- 8 oz / 226 g cream cheese
- 2 packages crescent rolls (8 oz / 226 g each)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), ensuring an even cooking environment for the upcoming dish.
- In a medium pot, combine sausage crumbles and cream cheese over low heat. Stir until the mixture becomes smooth and thoroughly integrated, creating a cohesive filling.
- Grease a baking pan and carefully unroll the first package of crescent roll dough. Meticulously press the seams together to form a solid, uniform base layer.
- Spread the warm sausage and cream cheese mixture evenly across the dough, guaranteeing a consistent flavor profile in each bite.
- Unroll the second package of crescent roll dough and gently place it atop the filling. Seal the edges by pinching the seams together, both at the top and where it meets the bottom layer, encapsulating the savory mixture completely.
- Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 14-16 minutes. Look for a golden-brown, crisp crust that signals perfect doneness.
- Remove from the oven and let the bake rest briefly. Slice and serve while still warm, allowing the rich flavors to be fully enjoyed.
Notes
- Customize the filling by experimenting with different types of sausage like spicy Italian, chicken, or vegetarian alternatives to suit various taste preferences and dietary needs.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and lean sausage, or substitute with turkey sausage to reduce overall calorie content.
- Enhance the flavor profile by adding herbs like chopped fresh parsley, thyme, or green onions to the sausage and cream cheese mixture for extra depth and aromatic complexity.
- Prepare the dish ahead of time by assembling and refrigerating before baking, making it a convenient option for meal prep or quick breakfast gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 438
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 1.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg