– 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded
– 1 cup cranberry sauce
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
– 2 packages of crescent roll dough (totaling 16 ounces)
– 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: Sliced almonds or pecans for topping
Creating your own Savory Turkey and Cranberry Crescent Ring is a breeze! Follow these steps carefully for the best results:
1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, mix together the shredded turkey, cranberry sauce, softened cream cheese, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Unroll the Dough: Open the crescent roll dough and unroll it. Do not separate the triangles yet; you will need to create a circular shape.
4. Form a Ring: On a greased baking sheet, arrange the triangles in a circular shape, overlapping their wide ends. Ensure that there is space in the center for the filling.
5. Fill the Ring: Spoon the turkey and cranberry mixture onto the overlapping dough in the center of the ring.
6. Wrap the Dough: Fold the pointy ends of the triangles over the filling to cover it, tucking them underneath the ring. You can create a nice swirl effect with the triangles for visual appeal.
7. Brush with Egg: Using a brush, apply the beaten egg over the dough to give it a golden brown finish when baked.
8. Sprinkle Toppings (Optional): Add sliced almonds or pecans on top for extra texture and flavor.
9. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and flaky.
10. Cool slightly: Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
These steps guarantee a delicious and visually stunning Savory Turkey and Cranberry Crescent Ring that everyone will love!