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This BBQ ground beef casserole tastes similar to sloppy joe’s served on crescent rolls. I love those crescent rolls!
I’m fairly certain that my neighbors think I’m insane.
They pretty much only ever see me in my pajamas. I mean, yeah, I wear grown up people clothes sometimes, but it’s usually only while they are away at work. When I’m outside in the evening I’m in my husband’s old, ratty sweat pants. They’re so comfy, y’all.
This wasn’t a big problem before, because I’m allergic to nature and bugs and heat and cold, so I pretty much spent most of my life inside.
Now I have a puppy that requires me to take her outside all the time. I can just see them judging me from their windows.
“Look at her! She’s wearing those same strange pants again and, Henry, I don’t think she even has a bra on!”
I’m not actually sure if any of my neighbors are named Henry, but they might be. Totally possible.
Couple the constant pajamas with my strange hobby of photographing every plate of food I eat and my neighbors think I’m crazy. I set up my little “studio” in the front or back yard depending on the time of day and where the sun is and I photograph my food in my pajamas. My neighbors totally don’t get it. Neither does my husband.
“Why don’t you just put on some real pants?” he asks.
“Why don’t you just shut your face?” I say back.
This is a delicious, easy to make ground beef casserole served on top of crescent rolls.
Then I bring the food in and feed him and he’s happy.
This BBQ ground beef casserole was a total last minute, what the heck am I going to cook for dinner tonight kind of meal.
It came together quickly and only used ingredients that I pretty much always have around. It’s a bit sloppy-joe-ish, but fancier because it’s served on crescent rolls instead of buns. Wait…does that make it fancier or trashier? Hard to say.
Serve this ground beef casserole with my whipped frosting on confetti cake for dessert!
Barbecue Beef Bake
Ingredients
- 1 package crescent rolls
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup corn frozen or canned
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons bottled Italian salad dressing
- 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3 ounces cream cheese
- 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Open and unroll the crescent rolls. Press them into the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish and pinch the seams together so that you have one large sheet of dough covering the bottom of the pan.
- Brown the ground been over medium heat. While the beef is cooking, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, Italian salad dressing, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl. Drain the beef when it's cooked through and add the sauce and corn to the pan. Stir to coat the meat in the sauce.
- Microwave the cream cheese for 15 seconds or until it's easily spreadable. Spread on the crescent roll dough.
- Pour the meat mixture over the cream cheese and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the top with the cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the crescent rolls are cooked through and the cheese is melted.
Rose Sandoval says
I usually do not send replies about a recipe but this sounded so good that I made it today and it was so easy and
we really liked. I used spicy ketchup and the only cream cheese I had was with jalapano cream cheese.
It was
so
good. Thank you.
Karly says
Ooh, a spicy version sounds great! 🙂
Becky Pate says
Picture looked good and I will definitely plan on making this. Also, have you ever considered a second career in writing? I thoroughly enjoyed your dialogue on the jammies, neighbors, etc. Reminded me of a cute novel about “really zany” characters getting into mischief in a small town. 🙂
Shelby says
Saw this post on your fb the other day and made it tonight! It was very simple to put together! I thought it was yummy and the flavors reminded me of the sweet sauce used on top of meatloaf. I served it with a side of steamed potatoes! Thanks for a great recipe and this one is definitely a keeper 🙂
Lester says
@Shelby, I just read all the comments for this, all sounds good, but what about the idea of adding an additional topping before the cheese..like crushed potato chips or FRITO’s, or salsa chips then add the cheese. Another idea, how about adding a thin layer of corn bread on top of everything and then bake it. Serve with a nice green salad??
Shawn @ I Wash You Dry says
Totally been there. I’m pretty sure I would live in my flannel pajamas all winter if I could get away with it. Which, I pretty much do, cause I stay at home and take pictures of food too. Winning! This recipe looks awesome, and totally something I should make for dinner tonight! 🙂
Shasta says
Anyone have suggestions for a side to serve with this dish? I stink at meal planning! 🙁 This sounds delicious though!
Karly says
I almost always serve steamed broccoli and a salad with any kind of casserole like this. 🙂
Deb says
I made this last night for my family, the kids and the husband devoured it! No leftovers!
Al says
Love it! I’ve brought it to a couple pot lucks & have been asked for the recipe both times.
I use more cream cheese than in the recipe (double) – makes for a thicker layer & more flavor (at least for me – I like cream cheese!)
nate says
We featured this recipe in our weekly Food Trend Friday post. You can check it out here:
http://blog.recipelion.com/food-trend-cheesy-casserole-recipes/
Thanks for all of the great recipes.
Adrianna says
Omg, just tried this tonight and it was amazing! It will definitely not help with any diets, but who the heck cares when it is THAT good! I am in love. 🙂
Stephanie says
OH my gosh!! We sound so similar! Lol. Exactly what I wear outside and the same way I talk to my hubby!! Haha. Plus I can’t wait to try this!! It Looks soo Good! 🙂
Eleanor says
Sweet, savory, juicy, gooey, cheesy deliciousness.