Savory Layered Pizza Bake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Savory Layered Pizza Bake, a comforting one-dish meal that's perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Combining seasoned ground beef with a rich tomato sauce, creamy sour cream, and gooey mozzarella, all topped with flaky crescent roll crust, this dish is both hearty and satisfying. Whether you're looking to impress guests or serve a quick weeknight meal, this recipe is sure to become a cherished family favorite. It's also an excellent way to customize with your favorite pizza toppings – feel free to add bell peppers, olives, or pepperoni for an extra burst of flavor!
8
Servings
400
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
ground beef
2 lbs (browned and drained)
onion
1 cup (chopped)
tomato sauce
15 ounces (canned)
spaghetti sauce mix
1 1/4 ounces (dry mix)
sour cream
8 ounces (cream)
mozzarella cheese
8 ounces (shredded)
crescent roll dough
8 ounces (unrolled)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking.
2
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef along with the chopped onion until the meat is no longer pink and the onions are translucent. Drain any excess fat.
3
Stir in the tomato sauce and spaghetti sauce mix, mixing well. Let it simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
4
Lightly grease a 13x9-inch baking dish and spoon the meat mixture into it, spreading it evenly.
5
Dollop the sour cream over the meat mixture and gently spread it to cover it evenly.
6
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sour cream layer to create a luscious cheesy layer.
7
Unroll the crescent roll dough, and carefully place the individual pieces over the cheese layer, covering as much area as possible.
8
Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crescent roll dough is golden brown and fully cooked.
9
Once done, remove from oven and allow it to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy your hearty and delicious layered pizza bake!
Nutrition Information
25g
Fat
31g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Layered Pizza Bake?
It is a comforting one-dish meal that layers seasoned ground beef, tomato sauce, sour cream, and mozzarella cheese, all topped with a flaky crescent roll crust.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields approximately 8 servings.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long does the pizza bake take to cook?
It takes about 20 to 25 minutes in the oven until the crust is golden brown.
What size baking dish is required for this recipe?
A 13x9-inch baking dish is recommended.
How much ground beef is needed?
The recipe calls for 2 pounds of ground beef.
What kind of sauce is used in the meat mixture?
The mixture uses 15 ounces of canned tomato sauce and 1 1/4 ounces of dry spaghetti sauce mix.
Do I need to cook the onions with the beef?
Yes, brown the ground beef along with one cup of chopped onions until the meat is no longer pink.
Where does the sour cream go in the layers?
The sour cream is dolloped and spread evenly over the meat mixture layer before adding the cheese.
What type of cheese is used for the topping?
The recipe specifies 8 ounces of shredded mozzarella cheese.
How is the crust formed?
The crust is formed by unrolling crescent roll dough and placing the pieces over the cheese layer.
Can I add extra pizza toppings?
Yes, you can customize it with bell peppers, olives, or pepperoni for extra flavor.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are approximately 400 calories per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains 20 grams of protein.
How much fat is in a serving of this pizza bake?
There are 25 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
There are 31 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Should the baking dish be greased?
Yes, you should lightly grease the 13x9-inch baking dish before adding the meat mixture.
Do I need to simmer the meat sauce?
Yes, let the meat and sauce mixture simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
Can I substitute the ground beef for another meat?
Yes, ground turkey or ground chicken could be used as alternatives.
Should the dish be covered while baking?
No, the dish should be baked uncovered to allow the crescent roll dough to brown.
Is the spaghetti sauce mix used dry or wet?
The recipe uses 1 1/4 ounces of dry spaghetti sauce mix.
What is the amount of crescent roll dough needed?
The recipe requires 8 ounces of crescent roll dough.
How much sour cream is used?
You will need 8 ounces of sour cream.
Can I use a different type of cheese than mozzarella?
While mozzarella is traditional for pizza, you can use cheddar or a Monterey Jack blend if preferred.
How do I know when the bake is finished?
It is done when the crescent roll dough is golden brown and fully cooked.
Should I let the dish cool before serving?
Yes, it is recommended to let it cool slightly after removing it from the oven to make slicing easier.
Is this a good recipe for kids?
Yes, its familiar pizza flavors and flaky crust make it very kid-friendly.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include one dish meal, pizza bake, family dinner, comfort food, casserole recipe, easy recipe, and beef dish.
Can I use fresh tomatoes instead of sauce?
The recipe calls for canned tomato sauce for the right consistency, but fresh tomatoes could be used if cooked down into a sauce first.
How much onion is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of chopped onion.