Italian Crescent Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Essentials
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2 tubes of store-bought crescent dough
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1/2 pound provolone cheese, thinly sliced
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1/2 pound deli-style ham slices
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1/2 pound salami slices
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1/2 cup of pepperoni slices
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1/2 cup of drained and sliced banana peppers
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1/2 cup of roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
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1 tablespoon of dried Italian herbs
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1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
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1/4 cup regular olive oil
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Optional: tomato and lettuce slices for garnish
# Instructions:
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Start by setting your oven to 375°F (190°C) so it warms up while you prep.
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Take one crescent dough roll, spread it out in a greased 9x13-inch dish. Push the seams together and make sure it slightly goes up the edges.
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Place half the slices of ham, salami, and provolone evenly over the crescent bottom.
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Scatter the sliced roasted red peppers, banana pepper rings, and pepperoni over the layered meats and cheese.
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Sprinkle Italian herbs evenly over the pepper and pepperoni layer.
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Top it all off with the remaining slices of provolone, salami, and ham.
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Spread the second crescent roll on top, pinching the edges gently to seal everything in.
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Use a pastry brush to coat the top layer of dough with olive oil. Then, sprinkle some Parmesan cheese over it.
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Pop your dish into the already heated oven and let it bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the crescent topping turns golden and the cheese underneath is bubbling.
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Cool for a few minutes before slicing into hand-held squares. Add fresh lettuce and tomato slices if you like a little something extra on the side.
# Notes:
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Keep leftovers fresh by storing them in a lidded container in the fridge for no more than 3 days. Use a microwave or oven to rewarm before enjoying again.
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To freeze, wrap the cooled dish tightly in both plastic wrap and foil. Add a date label and keep frozen for up to 4 weeks. Defrost in the fridge overnight before reheating.
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Ensure the crescent dough completely covers the base and sides to stop any fillings from spilling during baking.
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Arrange the meat, vegetables, and cheese evenly, so each bite is balanced and flavorful.