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Sizzling Italian Hero Crescent Ring

Sizzling Italian Hero Crescent Ring

Sizzling Italian Hero Crescent Ring combines zesty Italian flavors into a stunning dish, perfect for gatherings and customizable to your liking.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Ring
  • 1 package refrigerated crescent dinner rolls Can also use pizza dough.
  • 4 oz deli sliced hot salami Substitute with mild salami or pepperoni if desired.
  • 4 oz deli sliced ham Turkey or chicken are lighter alternatives.
  • 4 oz deli sliced capicola Prosciutto is a great substitute.
For the Flavor
  • 8 oz provolone cheese Mozzarella can be used for a gooier texture.
  • 1 jar hot pepper rings Use mild pepper rings for less heat.
  • 1 cup roasted red peppers Ensure they are well-drained.

Equipment

  • 12-inch pizza pan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Unroll the crescent dinner rolls and divide into 8 rectangles.
  3. Arrange dough rectangles in a circular pattern on a 12-inch pizza pan, overlapping edges.
  4. Spread roasted red peppers in the center, followed by half the provolone cheese, then layer salami, ham, capicola, and hot pepper rings.
  5. Top with the remaining provolone cheese and fold the overhanging dough over the filling.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure all jarred ingredients are drained well to prevent a soggy crust. Refrigerate before baking if preparing in advance.

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