Ingredients
Gather these simple ingredients to embark on a delicious journey:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
If you’re feeling adventurous, you can swap the cheddar for pepper jack for an added kick. And if you’re like me and love experimenting, try adding a dash of smoked paprika for a smoky depth. My abuela always said, cooking is about making each recipe your own.
Instructions
Let’s get cooking with these straightforward steps:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. This step always reminds me of my abuela, who believed garlic was the heart of any good dish.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5–7 minutes.
- Drain excess fat and season with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine and remove from heat.
- Roll out the crescent dough and separate it into triangles. Place a spoonful of the beef mixture and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese at the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll each triangle up from the wide end to the tip, securing the filling inside.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with garlic powder. Brush this mixture generously over each rollup.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the rollups are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm. They’re best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, with the cheese still delightfully gooey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International