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Savory Turkey and Cranberry Crescent Ring Recipe

Savory Turkey and Cranberry Crescent Ring Recipe
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A delicious and festive Savory Turkey and Cranberry Crescent Ring perfect for using leftover turkey. This crescent dough ring is filled with a creamy mixture of shredded turkey, cranberry sauce, cream cheese, and Swiss cheese, making it a warm and savory appetizer or main dish ideal for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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Filling Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked turkey (shredded or chopped)
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (whole berry or jellied)
  • 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Dough

  • 2 cans (8 oz each) crescent roll dough

Garnish

  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and to make cleanup easier.
  2. Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until the ingredients are smooth and creamy, forming a flavorful base for the filling.
  3. Add the turkey: Stir in the shredded turkey, cranberry sauce, and shredded Swiss cheese until everything is well incorporated and evenly mixed, ensuring a balanced flavor throughout.
  4. Assemble the crescent ring: Unroll both cans of crescent roll dough. On the parchment-lined baking sheet, arrange the triangles in a circle, placing the wide ends overlapping at the center and the points facing outward. This creates a sunburst or ring shape.
  5. Fill the ring: Spoon the prepared turkey mixture evenly around the wide center of the crescent dough circle, leaving some space around the outer edges to allow folding.
  6. Form the ring: Carefully fold the pointed ends of the dough over the filling, tucking the points underneath the wide overlapping ends in the center. This secures the filling inside and completes the ring shape.
  7. Bake: Place the ring in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the crescent dough is golden brown and cooked through, indicating the filling is heated and flavors have melded.
  8. Garnish and serve: Allow the crescent ring to cool slightly for a few minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Optionally serve with extra cranberry sauce or gravy for dipping to add extra flavor and moisture.

Notes

  • Use leftover cooked turkey or freshly cooked turkey breast for this recipe.
  • You can substitute cream cheese with a lighter cream cheese for a lower-fat option.
  • For a milder flavor, reduce the garlic powder to 1/4 tsp.
  • Serve warm for best taste and texture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes to retain crispiness.

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