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SAUSAGE AND CHEESE CRESCENT SQUARES



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Sausage and two kinds of cheese turn crescent dough into a rich and tasty appetizer.

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cans (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls (8 Count) or 2 cans (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Dough Sheet
1 lb spicy or mild bulk pork sausage
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • If using crescent rolls: Unroll 1 can of dough into 2 long rectangles. Place in ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish; press over bottom and 1/2 inch up sides to form crust. If using dough sheets: Unroll 1 can of dough. Place in ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish; press over bottom and 1/2 inch up sides to form crust.
  • In 12-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium heat, stirring frequently, until no longer pink. Remove sausage from skillet; discard drippings. To same skillet, add cream cheese. Cook over low heat until melted. Add cooked sausage; stir to coat. Spoon evenly over crust in baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • If using crescent rolls: Unroll second can of dough on work surface. Press to form 13x9-inch rectangle; firmly press perforations to seal. Carefully place over cheese. If using dough sheets: Unroll second can of dough on work surface. Press to form 13x9-inch rectangle. Carefully place over cheese.
  • Bake 21 to 26 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 15 minutes. Cut into small squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 1 g

CRESCENT SAUSAGE SQUARES



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Make and share this Crescent Sausage Squares recipe from Food.com.

Provided by NanaPuddin

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 lb pork sausage
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
2 (16 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls

Steps:

  • Brown sausage in skillet, crumbling as it cooks.
  • Drain off fat.
  • Stir in cream cheese.
  • Open 1 can of crescent roll dough and place the entire piece in a 9x13 inch pan.
  • Spread sausage mixture over dough.
  • Top with dough from second can of rolls.
  • Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Slice into squares to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 826.1, Fat 42.9, SaturatedFat 17.4, Cholesterol 171.7, Sodium 1417.2, Carbohydrate 79.6, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 6.6, Protein 28.6

SAUSAGE SQUARES



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Make and share this Sausage Squares recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JKRunning

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
1 lb bulk pork sausage
1/4 cup chopped onion
6 eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons chopped green peppers
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • unroll crescent dough into a greased 13-in. x 2-in. baking dish; seal seams and perforations.
  • Bake at 375 for 6 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook sausage and onion over meduium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
  • In a bowl, combine the eggs, milk, green pepper, oregano, pepper and garlic salt; pour over crust.
  • Sprinkle with sausage mixture.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.8, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 160.2, Sodium 231.8, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.3, Protein 17.3

SAUSAGE QUICHE SQUARES



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Having done some catering, I especially appreciate interesting, appetizing finger foods. I'm constantly asked to make these popular squares to serve at parties. They're almost like a zippy, crustless quiche. -Linda Wheeler, Middleburg, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield about 8 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper, optional
10 large eggs
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook sausage until no longer pink; drain. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with cheeses, onion, chiles and jalapeno if desired. In a bowl, beat eggs and seasonings. Pour over cheese. , Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 18-22 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes; cut into 1-in. squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 29 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SAUSAGE SQUARES



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These are good for a brunch buffet along with some sort of an egg casserole.You can also cut them into smaller square to serve as appetizers.This can also be made in advance and frozen. Just reheat in a low oven before serving. This recipe can be doubled and baked in a greased two quart casserole.Originally from the food section of the Houston Chronicle.

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 16 squares

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb bulk sausage (hot or regular)
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup swiss cheese, grated
1 egg, beaten
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (to taste)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
2 cups buttermilk baking mix
2/3 cup milk
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 egg yolk, beaten

Steps:

  • Cook sausage and onion.
  • over low heat until sausage is browned; drain off excess grease.
  • Add cheeses, whole egg,hot sauce, salt, and parsley.
  • Make a dough by mixing the baking mix with milk and mayonnaise-it will be a sticky dough.
  • Spread half of dough over bottom of a well-greases 8 inch square pan.
  • Cover with sausage mixture.
  • Spread remaining dough over sausage mixture; brush with beaten egg yolk.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes in a preheated 400 degree oven.
  • Cut into squares and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.1, Fat 11.1, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 52.9, Sodium 621.9, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 2.3, Protein 7.9

SAUSAGE AND CHEESE CRESCENT SQUARES



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Now here's a breakfast dish that will call you taste buds to attention! The heat of the pork sausage is a great way to start off your day, but feel free to substitute in a milder sausage if you like.

Provided by Penny R

Categories     Meat Breakfast

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 can(s) pillsbury refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
1 lb hot pork sausage
1 pkg 8 oz. cream cheese
2 c shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 375°F.
  • 2. Unroll 1 can of dough into 2 long rectangles. Place in ungreased 13x9-inch glass baking dish; press over bottom and 1/2 inch up sides to form crust.
  • 3. Cook sausage over medium heat, stirring frequently, until no longer pink. Remove sausage from skillet; discard drippings. To same skillet, add cream cheese. Cook over low heat until melted. Add cooked sausage; stir to coat. Spoon evenly over crust in baking dish. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
  • 4. Unroll second can of dough on work surface. Press to form 13x9-inch rectangle; firmly press perforations to seal. Carefully place over cheese.
  • 5. Bake 21 to 26 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 15 minutes. Cut into small squares.

SAUSAGE QUICHE SQUARES



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This is a great hot appetizer recipe. I made this for a dinner party and everyone loved it. I have even made it using reduced fat ingredients and it is still very tasty. It is from Taste of Home magazine and is credited to Linda Wheeler.

Provided by Chris from Kansas

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 8 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb bulk pork sausage
4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
4 ounces shredded monterey jack cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
10 eggs
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage until no longer pink; drain.
  • Place in a greased 13x9-inch baking dish.
  • Layer with cheeses, onion and chilies.
  • In a bowl, beat eggs and seasonings; pour over cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 375°F for 18-22 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • Cool for 10 minutes; cut into 1-inch squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.2, Fat 27.4, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 345.9, Sodium 593.2, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.9, Protein 30.1

SPICY SAUSAGE BREAKFAST SQUARES



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Enjoy a sausage and cheese egg bake that's bountiful enough to serve a crowd!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 oz frozen (thawed) bulk hot pork sausage
1/3 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup milk
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (6 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with shortening or cooking spray. In 12-inch skillet, cook sausage, onion and garlic over medium heat, stirring frequently, until sausage is no longer pink; drain. Stir in bell pepper; remove from heat.
  • In large bowl, beat flour, salt, crushed red pepper, milk and eggs with wire whisk until smooth. Pour into baking dish. Spoon pork mixture over batter. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake 22 to 27 minutes or until top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

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