How to Make a Crescent Veggie Bacon Ring That Even Picky Eaters Will Love

A simple, creative recipe that combines veggies, bacon, and cheese in an irresistible way.

Sometimes, inspiration comes from the weirdest places. This recipe is, in part, inspired by a computer game we played as kids and somehow continue to play now (despite the elapsed time being measured in decades). One available character enjoys bacon and broccoli omelettes. While this hardly counts as an omelette, containing only one egg, and has much more potato and onion than bacon or broccoli, none of that changes where the idea was inspired. And honestly, getting the teenager to eat vegetables can still be a bit of a chore. Hiding the veggies inside a distracting presentation sometimes does the trick. Excessively carb-heavy foods can also do the trick. This is both visually interesting and carbohydrate-laden, and the teenager ate a double serving. The metric holds.

Ingredients:

8 slices of bacon

1 12-oz bag frozen broccoli cuts

3 red potatoes

1/2 yellow onion

8 ounces Colby jack cheese

1 can of crescent rolls

1 large egg

2 tablespoons 2% milk

1 tablespoon dried parsley

salt and pepper, to taste

Tools:

Cutting board

Knife

Cheese grater

Vegetable peeler

Measuring cup(s) and spoon(s)

Frying pan with lid

Baking sheet or pizza pan

Small bowl

Plate with paper towel (for bacon)

Whisk or fork

Tongs

Parchment paper

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

As always, wash your produce before beginning! This step isn't necessary for the frozen broccoli and will instead make it soggy - but if you instead choose to use fresh broccoli, please wash and allow to dry thoroughly.

Peel your potatoes and dice them finely. The smaller the pieces are, the quicker they'll cook. Give the yellow onion half the same fine-dice treatment, and chop your broccoli to the desired size. If you're not sneaking veggies into the dish, feel free to leave larger florets for the visual impact. 

Fry up your bacon slices in the frying pan on medium-high. Don't drain off the grease when you remove the bacon slices - you'll need it for the veggies.

Set the bacon to the side (use the paper towel on a plate to absorb any excess oil) and transfer your chopped vegetables to the frying pan. Season generously with salt and pepper. Seriously, generously! However much you think is enough, be prepared to add more. Taste a little and decide.

Reduce the heat to medium and cover. Allow to cook until soft, stirring occasionally with the tongs. This may take several minutes, depending on the size to which you diced your vegetables and the size and material of the pan.

Since you've got a few free minutes while you wait on those vegetables, it's a good moment to take that block of cheese and grate it. We're sure you've heard it before, but freshly grated cheese melts so much better than the stuff in the plastic bag in the grocery store. It's extra work, sure, but the improvement in the end product is so worth it. 

Spread a sheet of parchment paper out on the counter or table. Pop the can of crescent rolls and separate the triangles. Lay them on the parchment in a star configuration with an open center. Have the corners of the base of each triangle overlap a little so that they stay connected while they bake.

Make sure your crescents are close enough together to fit on your baking sheet. We prefer a pizza pan, since we're making a ring, but not every household has one rolling around a cabinet and we get that. A baking sheet is fine so long as you have enough space to support your ring without crushing it into an oval.

Gently transfer your crescent ring to the baking sheet or pizza pan. It's fine if the points of the triangles are drooping over the sides, since you'll fold them inward shortly. Place a slice of bacon on each triangle. If you've cooked the bacon extra crispy, like we did, press down a little on the center to break the bacon strip so it will fold easier when you close up the ring.

Take the rest of the bacon and chop, tear or smash it. Set that aside for now, but you'll want it again soon.

Crack the egg into a small dish and measure in the milk. Whisk the egg and milk together. Once the veggies are soft, pour the egg and milk mixture over and stir. Don't worry about cooking the egg through entirely; it's more just a binding agent.

Scoop a spoonful of the egg and vegetable mixture onto each triangle. Try to distribute it as evenly as you can, but there's pretty much always going to be one that's accidentally heavier than intended - usually right as you get started or as you reach the bottom of the pan. You can move little bits around with the tongs to try and even it out, but try not to break it up too much (we want the egg to sort of  hold it together).

That bacon you pulverized a minute ago? Sprinkle it all over the egg and vegetable mixture. Add your dried parsley at this stage, too. It's fine if some ends up in the center of the ring, but try to get most of it to stick to the egg.  

Sprinkle the majority of the cheese over the hot egg and vegetable mixture. Reserve a little for the top of the crescents. Fold each crescent triangle over toward the center. Break the bacon strips in an extra spot or two if necessary, just be sure not to stretch the crescent too thin in bringing the point to the middle.

Spread the remaining cheese over the top and pop it in the oven for 22 minutes. Allow it to cool for at least two minutes before cutting and serving the crescents.

Who says getting creative in the kitchen can’t be both delicious and practical? This crescent veggie bacon ring isn’t just a hit with picky eaters; it’s a surefire way to use simple ingredients to make something unforgettable. And while you focus on whipping up dishes like this, let Appliance Rescue Service take care of the heavy lifting when it comes to keeping your kitchen appliances running smoothly. Because whether it’s your oven, fridge, or dishwasher, our team is here to ensure your culinary adventures never miss a beat. 

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Quick and Cozy: Beef and Veggies with a Sesame Twist

A quick and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

After a long day, nothing beats a dish that feels like a warm hug. You have the scent of garlic in the air, mingling with sesame oil, rich scents hinting at the delicious dinner to come. Tender beef sizzling next to a variety of vegetables, each adding their own balance to the savory flavor. Then you top it with a dash of soy sauce, a sprinkle of sesame and nest it on a bed of rice. And the best part? It comes together in just a few steps, so you can unwind after a long day at work. Ready to make tonight’s meal something truly special? Let’s get started.

Tools:

Fry pan with lid

Knife

Cutting board

Measuring spoons 

Tongs

Ingredients 

1 pound beef (your choice of cut)

1 yellow onion

1 bunch green onions

3 mini sweet peppers (or 1 sweet bell pepper)

2 cloves of garlic, minced

2 tablespoons white sesame seeds

2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil

1 tablespoon soy sauce

6 ounces baby spinach 

Salt and pepper to taste

As always, remember to wash your produce!

Since we're working with both fresh vegetables and raw meat, it's a good rule of thumb to work with the vegetables first to prevent cross contamination. Everything will be cooked in this dish, but it's better to get into the habit and stay in it, rather than realize later you've goofed and have to stop to wash everything before you can continue chopping.

Add your sesame oil to the pan and set the heat to medium-high. Allow it to heat up while you mince your garlic. You could also just use the jarred stuff, whatever you like best. Add it to the pan once the oil has had a chance to get hot.

Dice up your yellow onion and add it in, then slice your bunch of green onions into thin rounds (omit the roots and any sad looking, wilty ends of the shoots) and add that to the pan. Give everything a stir to get a little oil on it all, and let it cook while you move on to the next item.

Remove stems and seeds from your sweet peppers. Slice them however you like - we chose minis and cut them into rounds - and add them to the pan. 

Now that the vegetables are finished, take your chosen cut of beef to the cutting board.  Trim any excess fat and slice the meat into strips, or cut it into small chunks if you'd rather. The only goal here is small pieces with minimal fat that will cook through quickly and evenly.

Add the beef to the pan, measure in your sesame seeds, stir to evenly distribute everything, and put the lid on the pan.

Allow it to cook undisturbed for at least two minutes, at which point you can remove the lid, add your soy sauce, and check the beef for doneness. Depending on the size of the pieces, you may need more direct cooking time.

While the beef is still a little on the rare side, add your spinach, put the lid back on the pan, and remove it from the heat. We want to allow the trapped heat to wilt the spinach and finish cooking the beef. This should only take between two and four minutes.

Add a little salt and pepper, maybe even some more soy sauce, depending on your family's preferences, and serve over rice.

With dinner served and the scent of sesame still lingering in the air, it’s easy to appreciate the simple pleasures of a homemade meal. This dish,  is proof that it doesn’t take much effort to make an amazing Meal. With its tender beef and well-seasoned veggies, its also an easy way to get lots of vegetables into your diet, without having to stress. Enjoying it with family, or as a quiet night to yourself, this recipe makes a great addition to the rotation, that you can enjoy any time of year.. So, next time you’re looking for a comforting, flavorful meal, remember this one—and let it bring a little warmth to your evening.

And just as this meal brings comfort and ease to your evening, our team at Appliance Rescue Service is here to ensure your home runs just as smoothly. From routine maintenance to those unexpected repairs, we’ve got you covered so you can focus on what truly matters—like whipping up delicious dinners for your loved ones. Next time you need anything, remember to give us a call. We’re here to help keep your kitchen and your home in perfect working order.

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