Description
Indulge in the flavors of Italy with this Spicy Italian Crescent Ring, featuring a flaky crescent dough wrapped around a savory filling of Italian sausage, gooey mozzarella, and vibrant red bell peppers. Ideal for game day or cozy gatherings, this dish is easy to prepare and will impress your guests with its warm, inviting aroma and delicious taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tube (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 lb spicy Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Add diced red bell pepper and garlic powder; cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Open the crescent dough and lay it out in a circle on the parchment paper, overlapping edges slightly.
- Spoon the sausage mixture onto each wide end of the dough triangles; sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the filling.
- Fold each triangle towards the center and brush with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Allow cooling slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg