Chorizo Cheddar Crescent Bake

Name: Chorizo Cheddar Crescent Bake
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated crescent dinner rolls or 1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated crescent dough sheet; 8 oz ground chorizo sausage; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper; 1 clove garlic, finely chopped; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (4 oz); 6 eggs; 2 oz (from 8-oz package) cream cheese, cubed and softened; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup diced tomato; 1 avocado, pitted, peeled and cut into 16 slices (about 1/2-inch); 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro

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Prep 20 min
Total 45 min
Servings 8

Got a morning crowd to feed? This easy egg bake serves eight and is packed with cheddar cheese and chorizo, then topped in fresh avocado, tomato and cilantro. Plus, it’s the perfect make-and-take breakfast for brunch potlucks or family get-togethers. MORE+ LESS-

By Tablespoon Kitchens

Updated August 23, 2019

Make with

Pillsbury Crescents

Ingredients

can (8 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated crescent dinner rolls or 1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated crescent dough sheet

oz ground chorizo sausage

1/2

cup chopped onion

1/2

cup chopped red bell pepper

clove garlic, finely chopped

cup shredded cheddar cheese (4 oz)

eggs

oz (from 8-oz package) cream cheese, cubed and softened

1/2

teaspoon salt

1/2

cup diced tomato

avocado, pitted, peeled and cut into 16 slices (about 1/2-inch)

tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro

Steps

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1

Heat oven to 375°F. Unroll dough, and press into bottom and 1 inch up sides of ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. If using crescent rolls, press perforations to seal. Prick all over with fork.
2

Bake 7 to 9 minutes or until dough is set but not browned.
3

Meanwhile, heat 10-inch skillet over medium heat; add chorizo, onion and bell pepper. Cook 5 to 6 minutes, stirring to break sausage in pieces, until no longer pink. Stir in garlic; cook about 1 minute or until fragrant. Drain.
4

Top partially baked crust with sausage mixture and shredded cheese. In blender, place eggs, cream cheese and salt. Cover and blend 60 to 90 seconds or until mixture is smooth; pour over sausage and cheese.
5

Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until eggs are set and crust browns. Top with tomato, avocado and cilantro.

Expert Tips

Partially baking ensures an evenly cooked, sturdy crust that will hold and serve well.
Craving more toppings? Try sour cream, sliced green onions or sliced jalapeño chiles.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Slice

Calories: 410
Calories from Fat: 270

% Daily Value

Total Fat: 30g; 46%
Saturated Fat 12g 59% Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol: 185mg; 62%
Sodium: 870mg; 36%
Potassium: 330mg; 9%
Total Carbohydrate: 17g; 6%
Dietary Fiber 1g 7% Sugars 5g
Protein: 18g

% Daily Value*:

Vitamin A: 20%; 20%
Vitamin C: 15%; 15%
Calcium: 15%; 15%
Iron: 8%; 8%

Exchanges:

0 Starch; 0 Fruit; 1 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 0 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 High-Fat Meat; 2 1/2 Fat;