Crescent Roll Pinwheels

Dec 28, 2022

With a few packages of store-bought crescent dough, you can serve up these delicious appetizers in no time at all.

Broccoli & Cheddar Pinwheels

Prep Time: 15 mins  •  Cook Time: 18-20 mins •  Makes: 8 appetizers

INGREDIENTS

• 1 package of crescent dough sheets
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups of finely chopped broccoli
• 1 cup of shredded cheddar
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Roll the crescent dough out retaining the rectangular shape and spread the softened cream cheese over it with a spatula.
3. Cover the cream cheese with the broccoli, pressing down lightly.  Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and onion/garlic powders.
4. Evenly cover with shredded cheese. Starting from one end, evenly roll making sure the filling stays inside.
5. Pinch the ends and lightly score to measure out 8 even slices; slice through with a sharp knife.
6. Lay the slices on a sheet pan lined with parchment and lightly sprayed with cooking oil.
7. Sprinkle with poppy seeds & bake for about 18-20 minutes; check to make sure the dough is cooked through and the bottoms are crisp.
8. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Ham & Jam Pinwheels

Prep Time: 15 mins  •  Cook Time: 30 mins •  Makes: 8 appetizers

INGREDIENTS

• 1 (8-oz) package refrigerated crescent roll dough
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 teaspoons whole-grain, Dijon, or spicy mustard
• 1/4 lb thinly sliced deli ham
• 2 tablespoons jam, such as raspberry or apricot
• 3/4 teaspoon dried parsley

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Unwrap tube of dough. Halve the dough crosswise and unroll it into two long rectangles, pinching the perforations closed.
2. Spread the cream cheese across the two rectangles. Spread the mustard on top. Arrange the ham over the two rectangles. Spread the jam over the top.
3. Starting with the short side, snugly roll up each rectangle, ending with the seams under the rolls.
4. With a sharp knife, cut the roll crosswise into four rounds. Arrange in a single layer in a greased 13 x 9-inch baking dish, pinching the dough to secure each round shut. Sprinkle parsley over the top; bake until golden brown and cooked through, about 30 minutes. Serve warm, or at room temperature.

Pigs in a Blanket

Dec 28, 2022

Pigs in a Blanket are a longtime favourite crowd-pleasing holiday appetizer. This recipe from Pillsbury is super easy and features just 2 ingredients.

Prep Time: 15 mins  •  Cook Time: 30 mins •  Makes: 48 servings

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cans (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls (8 Count)
• 48 cocktail-size smoked link sausages or hot dogs (from two 14-oz packages)

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat oven to 375°F. Unroll both cans of the dough; separate the dough into 16 triangles. Cut each triangle lengthwise into 3 narrow triangles.
2. Place sausage on the shortest side of each triangle. Roll up each, starting at the shortest side of the triangle and rolling to the opposite point; place the point side down on 2 ungreased cookie sheets.
3. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown, switching the position of the cookie sheets halfway through baking. Immediately remove from cookie sheet. Serve warm.

Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

Dec 28, 2022

These jalapeño poppers mix spicy heat with creamy cheese and crispy bacon on the outside. Perfect for a snack when watching the game or as a holiday party appetizer.

Prep Time: 15 minutes  •  Cook Time: 30 mins

INGREDIENTS

• 10 jalapeño peppers
• 20 bacon strips
• 1 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/3 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
2. Combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack, and cilantro in a medium-sized bowl.
3. Cut jalapeño peppers in half lengthwise. Scrape out the seeds and membrane with a spoon and then fill each half with the cream cheese mixture. Wrap each half with a bacon strip and secure it with a toothpick.
4. Bake until bacon is crispy, 25 to 35 minutes.