Italian Crescent Roll Sandwich Bake Recipe
This Italian Crescent Roll Sandwich Bake is a deliciously layered, savory casserole featuring ham, salami, provolone, pepperoni, and roasted peppers nestled between buttery crescent roll dough. Easy to assemble and baked to golden perfection, it’s perfect for casual gatherings or a hearty snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Crescent Roll Layers
- 2 cans of refrigerated crescent rolls
Meats & Cheese
- 1/2 pound sliced ham
- 1/2 pound sliced salami
- 1/2 pound sliced provolone cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
Vegetables & Seasonings
- 1/2 cup banana pepper rings, drained
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, drained and sliced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Other
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Optional: lettuce and tomato slices for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Layer Base: Unroll one can of crescent dough and press it firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, making sure to seal all the seams so the filling doesn’t leak out.
- Add Fillings: Evenly distribute the ham, salami, provolone cheese, pepperoni, banana peppers, and roasted red peppers over the dough, layering them carefully for balanced flavor in every bite.
- Season & Top: Sprinkle the Italian seasoning and grated Parmesan cheese evenly across the filling, then drizzle with olive oil to add moisture and enhance flavor.
- Top Crust: Unroll the second can of crescent dough and lay it gently over the layered fillings. Seal the edges of the top and bottom dough together by pressing them firmly to lock in the ingredients.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crescent roll dough is golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Allow the bake to cool slightly before slicing to ensure clean cuts. Optionally, garnish with fresh lettuce and tomato slices for added crunch and freshness.
- Enjoy: Serve warm and enjoy a hearty, flavorful Italian-inspired sandwich bake that’s perfect for any occasion.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the banana peppers and roasted red peppers well to avoid sogginess.
- Sealing the seams tightly prevents the filling from leaking during baking.
- You can substitute provolone with mozzarella or another melting cheese if preferred.
- For a spicier version, add some crushed red pepper flakes to the seasoning.
- This bake can be prepared ahead of time, assembled, refrigerated, and baked the next day.
Keywords: Italian Crescent Roll Sandwich Bake, savory casserole, crescent roll sandwich, Italian sandwich bake, ham and salami bake, party casserole
