Mozart Mozzarella

Mozart Mozzarella: A Cheesy Beef Casserole!

When it comes to easy weeknight dinners that hit all the right notes, this Mozart Mozzarella casserole is the star of the show! With layers of seasoned ground beef, rich marinara, melted mozzarella, and buttery crescent rolls filled with a creamy, garlicky surprise, this dish is a symphony of flavors that your family will love.

Ingredients for Mozart Mozzarella

• 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
• ½ large onion or 1 small onion, diced
• 1 TBSP Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 TBSP minced garlic
• 2 cups of your favorite marinara sauce
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 can of crescent rolls
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 egg, beaten

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mozart Mozzarella

*printable recipe card is available at the bottom of this page

Step One: Preheat your oven to 350°F.

Step Two: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the onion and ground beef with Italian seasoning, salt, and minced garlic until the meat is browned and cooked through.

Step Three: While the meat is cooking, prepare the crescents. Spread a spoonful of Greek yogurt on each crescent, sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic powder, and roll them into their classic crescent shape.

Step Four: Once the beef is cooked, drain excess grease using a paper towel.

Step Five: In a casserole dish, combine the cooked beef with marinara sauce, stirring to coat the meat evenly.

Step Six: Top with shredded mozzarella cheese for that gooey, melty layer we all love.

Step Seven: Place the prepared crescent rolls on top of the cheese.

Step Eight: Brush each crescent with beaten egg for that golden-brown finish.

Step Nine: Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the crescents are beautifully golden and the cheese is melted to perfection.

Pro Tip:

Keep an eye on your crescents towards the end of the baking time to ensure they don’t over-brown. Every oven is different, and you want them golden, not too dark!