Cheesy Sausage Delight: Savory Crescent Squares 🧀🌭

Introduction

These Sausage Cheese Squares bring together savory sausage, creamy cheddar, and crisp bell peppers, all nestled in a buttery crescent-roll crust. Perfect for a weekend brunch, potluck contribution, or easy family dinner, they slice into portable squares that everyone can enjoy. Whether served warm alongside a fresh salad or alongside roasted vegetables, they deliver comfort and flavor in every bite.

Time

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

Equipment Needed

11×7×1½-inch (28×18×4 cm) baking dish
Mixing bowl
Whisk or fork
Cutting board and knife
Measuring cups and spoons
Nonstick cooking spray or butter

Serving Size

Serves 8

Difficulty Level

Easy

Allergen Information

Contains wheat (crescent roll dough)
Contains dairy (cheddar cheese, cream of mushroom soup)
Contains eggs
May contain soy (check soup label)

Dietary Preference

Non-vegetarian

Course

Brunch · Appetizer · Main

Cuisine

American

Ingredients

Ingredient	Quantity
Crescent roll dough	1 package
Fully cooked sausages	14–16 pieces, sliced
Green bell pepper, diced	1 medium
Mild cheddar cheese, shredded	8 oz (divided into 1 cup + ½ cup)
Condensed cream of mushroom soup	1½ cups
Large eggs	4

Instructions

Preheat & Prepare Pan.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the baking dish thoroughly with cooking spray or softened butter.
Line the Crust.
Unroll the crescent dough and press it firmly into the bottom and up the sides (about 1 inch) of the prepared dish. Pinch any seams to seal.
Layer Sausages.
Arrange the sliced sausages in an even layer over the dough.
Add Peppers & Cheese.
Scatter the diced bell pepper over the sausage, then sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar.
Mix Soup & Eggs.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the condensed soup and eggs until smooth and uniform.
Pour & Top.
Pour the soup-egg mixture evenly over the sausage and cheese. Finish by sprinkling the remaining ½ cup of cheddar on top.
Bake.
Bake uncovered for 35–45 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
Cool & Slice.
Remove from oven and let rest for 5–10 minutes. Slice into 8 even squares and serve warm.

Preparation Tips

Seal seams in the dough tightly to prevent leakage.
Room-temperature eggs blend more smoothly into the soup.
If using homemade cream soup, adjust salt accordingly.

Nutritional Information

Nutrient	Per Serving
Calories	465 kcal
Total Fat	33 g
Saturated Fat	15 g
Cholesterol	191 mg
Sodium	1 375 mg
Carbohydrates	21 g
Dietary Fiber	1.4 g
Sugars	4 g
Protein	22 g

Tips and Tricks

Mix cheeses: Blend pepper jack or Monterey Jack with cheddar for extra zip.
Spice it up: Add a pinch of smoked paprika or chili flakes to the egg mixture.
Make ahead: Assemble the night before, cover, and bake fresh in the morning.

Add-Ons

Sautéed onions or mushrooms
Diced jalapeño for heat
Fresh herbs (chives, parsley) sprinkled on top

Side Dishes

Mixed green salad with vinaigrette
Roasted seasonal vegetables
Fresh fruit platter

Improvements

Gluten-free option: Use a gluten-free biscuit or pie-crust dough.
Lighter version: Swap half the soup for plain Greek yogurt.
Mini bites: Prepare in a mini-muffin tin for bite-sized appetizers.

Save and Store

Refrigerate: Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Warm individual squares in the microwave for 30 seconds or in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes.
Freeze: Freeze baked, cooled squares in a single layer for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

FAQ

Q: Can I use raw sausage instead of cooked?
A: Yes. Brown raw sausage in a skillet first, drain excess fat, then layer it in step 3.

Q: What if I don’t have cream of mushroom soup?
A: Substitute with cream of chicken or celery, or make a quick homemade roux-based cream soup.

Q: How do I prevent a soggy crust?
A: Bake on the lower rack and ensure the filling isn’t too liquid—drain any excess liquid from sausage slices.

Conclusion

This Sausage Cheese Squares recipe delivers a hearty, flavorful dish that’s simple to assemble and endlessly customizable. From classic cheddar to spicy pepper jack, and from make-ahead convenience to gluten-free tweaks, you can adapt it to suit any taste or occasion. Keep this recipe on hand for stress-free brunches, casual dinners, or party appetizers that everyone will love.