Savory Turkey and Cranberry Crescent Ring: A Perfect Holiday or Weeknight Meal
Create a delicious Savory Turkey and Cranberry Crescent Ring with leftover turkey, cheese, and fresh herbs for a festive meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1tube crescent rolls
- 4 ozchive and onion cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 tbspDijon mustard
- 3 tspfinely chopped fresh rosemary or thyme, divided
- 2 cupsshredded Gruyere cheese, divided
- 1lb thinly sliced turkey (leftover or deli turkey)
- 1(14 oz) can whole berry cranberry sauce
- 2 tbspbutter, melted
- 1/2 tsppoppy seeds
- 1/2 tspgranulated garlic
- 1/4 tspsalt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Prepare Crescent Rolls:
- Separate the crescent rolls and arrange them on the parchment paper in a circle with the widest portion on the inside and the edges overlapping.
- Prepare Filling:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, Dijon mustard, and 1 tsp of rosemary or thyme. Mix well and then spread this mixture over the widest portion of the crescent rolls. Sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheese.
- Add Turkey and Cranberry:
- Arrange the turkey slices over the cheese, overlapping slightly. Spread half of the cranberry sauce over the turkey and top with the remaining 1 cup of cheese.
- Form the Ring:
- Bring the narrow end of each crescent dough piece over the filling and tuck it underneath the ring to secure.
- Add Toppings and Bake:
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, poppy seeds, granulated garlic, and salt. Brush this mixture on top and sides of the crescent dough.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-24 minutes until golden. Allow to rest on the pan for 5 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle the baked ring with the reserved 1 1/2 tsp of rosemary or thyme. Slice and serve with the remaining cranberry sauce on the side.