CHEESE CRESCENTS

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I've had this delicious crescent roll recipe for more than 20 years. It's a family favorite and a nice addition to any meal. My son won a championship ribbon with these rolls at our county fair.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup (4 ounces) finely shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine 3 cups flour, cheese, sugar, yeast, salt and Italian seasoning. In a small saucepan, heat milk and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a stiff dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into thirds. Roll each portion into a 12-in. circle; cut each circle into 12 wedges. Roll up wedges from the wide end and place point side down 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. , Curve ends to form a crescent shape. Cover and let rise for 45 minutes. Beat egg yolk and water; brush over crescents. , Bake at 375° for 16-18 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.