Best 4 Cheesy Beef Crescent Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our cheesy beef crescent casserole, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This hearty casserole features a layer of savory ground beef, seasoned to perfection and simmered in a rich and flavorful sauce. Nestled atop the beef is a layer of tender crescent roll dough, which bakes to a golden-brown perfection. The casserole is then smothered in a velvety cheese sauce, creating a symphony of cheesy goodness. But that's not all! This article also presents several variations of this classic dish, including a Mexican-inspired casserole with a zesty salsa topping and a vegetarian version featuring roasted vegetables and a creamy cheese sauce. With step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and variations to suit every palate, this article is your ultimate guide to creating a cheesy beef crescent casserole that will leave you and your loved ones craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRESCENT BEEF CASSEROLE



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This flavorful meal-in-one dish is all you need to serve a satisfying and quick weeknight dinner. It's on the table in just 30 minutes. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup diced zucchini
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup tomato puree
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups mashed potatoes
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls
1 large egg, beaten, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain and set aside. In the same skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini, onion and green pepper; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 4-5 minutes. Stir in beef, tomato puree, oregano, salt and pepper; heat through., Spread mashed potatoes in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with beef mixture; sprinkle with feta cheese. , Unroll crescent dough. Separate into 4 rectangles; arrange 3 rectangles over the casserole. If desired, brush with egg wash. Bake until top is browned, 12-15 minutes. Roll remaining dough into 2 crescent rolls; bake for another use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 calories, Fat 22g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 981mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

CHEESY BEEF CRESCENT CASSEROLE



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This is one of those old-timey recipes that's been handed down and adapted from my grandma, to my mom, to me. It's a simple hamburger-type casserole dish that's easy and satisfying.

Provided by RainbowJewels

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound extra-lean ground beef
1 (15 ounce) can cut green beans, drained
⅓ cup diced white onion
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
½ pinch garlic salt
1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent rolls
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Add green beans, onion, and bell pepper. Cook until onion is tender, about 5 minutes; drain well and return to the skillet. Pour in tomato sauce and garlic powder and mix until well combined. Set aside.
  • Press the crescent roll dough into the bottom and sides of an 8-inch pie plate to form an even crust.
  • Combine Monterey Jack cheese and egg in a bowl. Spread 1/2 of the cheese mixture into the bottom of the crust. Top with all of the beef mixture. Finish with remaining cheese mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until egg is set and cheese is melted, 20 to 25 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 87.2 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 666.1 mg, Sugar 4 g

CHEESY BEEF CRESCENT ROLL PIE



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Easy-peasy ground beef pie with crescent rolls!

Provided by Ashley DeStefano

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Savory Pie Recipes     Beef Pie Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
½ onion, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can spaghetti sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent rolls
1 tablespoon salted butter, melted
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir ground beef and onion in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Return to medium heat, add spaghetti sauce and diced tomatoes, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  • Unroll crescent dough and arrange triangles over cheese in the skillet. Brush with butter; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the crust is golden brown, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 942.8 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

ITALIAN CRESCENT ROLL CASSEROLE



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This is a delicious cheesy ground beef casserole topped with crescent rolls and then baked. If desired you may double up on the tomato sauce. Also, I usually add/mix the cooked pasta with a few tablespoons of oil and a couple tablespoons of Parmesan cheese before layering in the bottom of the dish.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1/4-1/3 cup chopped onion
1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
2 -3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional)
seasoning salt and black pepper
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce (can use two if desired)
1 (25 g) package spaghetti sauce mix
1 cup sour cream
2 1/2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
1 (235 g) package refrigerated crescent dinner rolls (8 pieces)
3 tablespoons melted butter
1/3-1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
3 cups cooked pasta (penne or rigatoni pasta is good, make certain not to overcook the pasta)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • Layer the cooked pasta in the bottom of the baking dish.
  • In a fry pan, brown the ground beef, onion and garlic until the beef is no longer pink; drain fat.
  • Add in the 2-3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese; mix to combine.
  • Spread the cooked ground beef mixture over the cooked pasta in the dish.
  • Spread the tomato sauce on top of the ground beef, then sprinkle with the dry spaghetti mix.
  • Spread the sour cream over all, and top with the grated mozzarella cheese.
  • Unroll the crescent roll dough, and spread over the mozzarella cheese.
  • Drizzle with the melted butter and sprinkle with 1/3 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 733.8, Fat 40.3, SaturatedFat 21.1, Cholesterol 167.2, Sodium 1280.4, Carbohydrate 49.5, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 4.2, Protein 42.9

Tips:

  • For a crispier crust, brush the tops of the crescent rolls with melted butter before baking.
  • If you don't have crescent rolls, you can use puff pastry or even biscuit dough.
  • For a spicier casserole, add a teaspoon of chili powder or cayenne pepper to the ground beef mixture.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and refrigerate it overnight. Then, bake it in the morning before serving.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of mashed potatoes or rice.

Conclusion:

This cheesy beef crescent casserole is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great way to use up leftover ground beef. The casserole is cheesy, beefy, and oh-so-satisfying. It is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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