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Crescent-Topped Cheeseburger Casserole

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  • Prep 20 min
  • Total 50 min
  • Ingredients 12
  • Servings 6
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Cheeseburgers are one of those weeknight meals that always win with kids and grown-ups alike. Now, you can capture all that delicious crowd-pleasing power in a casserole—that comes together in a fuss-free 20 minutes! And, dare we say it, your family may even love it more than cheeseburgers because it comes topped with flaky crescent pastry.
By Pillsbury Kitchens
Updated Aug 31, 2023
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What is a cheeseburger casserole?

Well, it’s really any casserole that features the flavors of a cheeseburger, from the ground beef patty to all the classic toppings. Some cheeseburger casseroles are made with elbow macaroni, some come with a blanket of mashed potatoes, and still others are topped with biscuits.

Our recipe is kind of a deconstructed cheeseburger. We combine juicy ground beef with all the condiments—dill pickles, ketchup and yellow mustard. Then we sprinkle it with loads of shredded American cheese and, the best part, a flaky crescent dough sheet. The result? An ooey-gooey, super crispy and satisfying delight that will bring new life to your burger night.

What should I serve with a cheeseburger casserole?

When it comes to cheeseburger casserole, the toppings are super important! You can sprinkle shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and pickles right on the casserole to make serving easy. It can also be fun to pile all those ingredients into bowls and let your family build their own casserole—just like they would their burgers!

Would we ever serve our Crescent-Topped Cheeseburger Casserole with a side of fries and some burger sauce for dipping? Yes, we definitely would!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped dill pickles
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded American cheese (6 oz)
  • 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Dough Sheet
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seed
  • Chopped lettuce, tomato and pickles, if desired

Steps

  • 1
    Heat oven to 375°F.
  • 2
    In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • 3
    Stir in pickles, water, ketchup, mustard and pepper.
  • 4
    Spoon beef mixture into 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • 5
    Unroll dough; press into 12x8-inch rectangle. Cut into 6 squares.
  • 6
    Place dough squares on top of cheese in baking dish.
  • 7
    Brush with egg; sprinkle with sesame seed.
  • 8
    Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until deep golden brown.
  • 9
    Top with chopped lettuce, tomato and pickles.

Tips from the Pillsbury Kitchens

  • tip 1
    If you’d like to spice up your Crescent-Topped Cheeseburger Casserole, we have a couple of ideas for you. For a nice, clean heat you can add a fresh jalapeño pepper: slice it into wheels and then add them to the pan with the onions and beef. If you want to keep the heat mild, you may want to rinse out the seeds. If you want some smoky heat, you could chop up a chipotle pepper or two—from a can of chipotles in adobo sauce—and add them when you stir in the pickles, ketchup and mustard.
  • tip 2
    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 4 days. Remove any garnishes before storing.
  • tip 3
    Love a bacon cheeseburger? Top Crescent-Topped Cheeseburger Casserole with crisply cooked and crumbled bacon pieces.

Nutrition Information

410 Calories, 25g Total Fat, 23g Protein, 23g Total Carbohydrate, 8g Sugars

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
410
Calories from Fat
230
Total Fat
25g
39%
Saturated Fat
12g
59%
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
110mg
36%
Sodium
1070mg
45%
Potassium
300mg
9%
Total Carbohydrate
23g
8%
Dietary Fiber
0g
0%
Sugars
8g
Protein
23g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
10%
10%
Vitamin C
4%
4%
Calcium
20%
20%
Iron
15%
15%
Exchanges:
1 Starch; 0 Fruit; 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 0 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 3 High-Fat Meat; 0 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choice
1 1/2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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