Italian Crescent Casserole

Italian Crescent Casserole
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1 jar (14 oz) pasta sauce
1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup sour cream
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions:
Cook the Beef:
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat, then stir in the pasta sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Prepare the Crescent Base:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Unroll the crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom and slightly up the sides of a greased 9-inch pie dish, sealing the seams to form a solid crust.
Layer the Ingredients:
Spread the sour cream evenly over the crescent dough. Sprinkle with garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the beef mixture on top, spreading it out evenly.
Add the Cheese:
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the beef layer.
Bake the Casserole:
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crescent crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve:
Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy this comforting Italian-inspired dish!
 Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
 Perfect for a quick and delicious family dinner