Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground Italian sausage
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (red and green)
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 can (8 oz) crescent roll dough
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook Sausage Mixture:
- In a skillet, cook the ground Italian sausage over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell peppers. Cook until the sausage is browned and the vegetables are softened.
- Add Tomatoes and Sauce:
- Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for a few minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Prepare Crescent Dough:
- Roll out the crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of a greased baking dish to form the crust.
- Layer and Bake:
- Spread the sausage mixture over the crescent dough. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake in the Oven:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crescent crust is golden brown, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh basil if desired.
- Slice and Enjoy:
- Slice the Italian Crescent Casserole into squares and serve. This flavorful casserole is a satisfying and easy-to-make dish that captures the essence of Italian flavors.
Feel free to customize with your favorite Italian herbs or additional vegetables for added flavor and variety.