Get ready to transform your ordinary weeknight dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure with these mouthwatering Beef and Cheese Roll Ups! Imagine golden, flaky crescent dough wrapped around perfectly seasoned ground beef and melted cheese, creating a handheld delight that's both comforting and exciting. In just 30 minutes, you'll have a crowd-pleasing dish that will have everyone at the table begging for seconds – and asking for the recipe!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 roll ups
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 package crescent roll dough
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles. Cook until the meat is no longer pink and fully cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Drain any excess fat from the cooked ground beef using a colander or paper towels to remove grease.
- Return the beef to the skillet and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and distribute the seasonings evenly.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into individual triangles on a clean work surface.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly across each crescent roll triangle, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Distribute the seasoned ground beef evenly over the cheese on each triangle.
- Starting from the wide end of each triangle, carefully roll the dough towards the pointed end, encasing the beef and cheese inside.
- Place the rolled-up crescents seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each roll-up.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescent dough is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm and enjoy your Savory Beef and Cheese Roll Ups!
Tips
- Drain the ground beef thoroughly to prevent soggy roll ups and ensure a crispy texture.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melting performance and flavor.
- Don't overstuff the crescent triangles – leave a small border to help seal the rolls.
- For extra flavor, try adding a sprinkle of dried herbs like oregano or parsley.
- Let the roll ups cool for a few minutes after baking to allow the cheese to set and prevent burning your mouth.
- Serve with a quick dipping sauce like ranch or marinara to elevate the dish.
- For meal prep, these roll ups can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 45mg
