Of course! This is the epitome of a classic, easy comfort food recipe. It’s incredibly simple, satisfying, and a perfect go-to for a busy weeknight.
This 3-Ingredient Sausage Cream Cheese Casserole is essentially a de-stuffed, crustless version of a classic sausage ball casserole, and it’s irresistibly delicious.
3-Ingredient Sausage Cream Cheese Casserole
This recipe yields a creamy, savory, and protein-packed dish that the whole family will love.
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 35-40 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Ingredients:
· 1 lb breakfast sausage (hot or mild, based on your preference)
· 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
· 1 (16 oz) tube refrigerated crescent roll dough
Instructions:
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking dish.
- Brown the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until it’s fully browned and crumbled. Drain off any excess grease.
- Combine Sausage and Cream Cheese: Reduce the heat to low. Add the softened block of cream cheese to the hot sausage in the skillet. Stir continuously until the cream cheese is completely melted and coats the sausage crumbles in a creamy, uniform sauce.
- Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the sausage and cream cheese mixture to the greased baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
- Add the “Crust”: Unroll the sheet of crescent dough and place it directly on top of the sausage mixture, stretching it gently if needed to cover the surface.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crescent dough topping is puffed and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows it to set slightly for easier serving.
🌟 Pro-Tips & Variations:
· Softening Cream Cheese is Key: For a perfectly smooth sauce, make sure your cream cheese is truly softened. Take it out of the fridge 30-60 minutes before you start. If you’re in a pinch, you can microwave it (without the foil wrapper!) for 15-20 seconds at 50% power.
· Drain the Grease Well: After browning the sausage, drain it thoroughly. This prevents the final casserole from being greasy.
· Spice it Up: Use hot breakfast sausage or add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the mixture for a kick.
· Add Some Veggies: While it’s no longer a strict 3-ingredient recipe, you can easily add in ½ cup of finely chopped onions or bell peppers to the skillet when browning the sausage for extra flavor and nutrition.
· Herb It Up: Stir in a tablespoon of chopped fresh chives or parsley at the end for a fresh flavor contrast.
Enjoy this incredibly easy and cheesy meal! It’s the kind of simple, crowd-pleasing recipe that becomes a regular in your dinner rotation.