Fiesta Meatball Ring

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Introducing the delightful Fiesta Meatball Ring! This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any fiesta-themed gathering or simply for a tasty family meal.

To begin, preheat your oven to 350°. Grab a large baking sheet and line it with aluminum foil, then generously spray the foil with cooking spray. This will ensure that the ring doesn't stick and allows for easy cleanup later on.

Now, let's move on to the star of the recipe, the crescent rolls. Open up the package and separate the rolls into triangles. Take each triangle and position the wider side in the center of the baking tray, overlapping the ends to form a ring shape. This ring will serve as a delicious crust for our meatball filling.

Next up, let's assemble the meatballs. Take your favorite meatballs and place one meatball in the wider part of each crescent roll triangle. Continue this process until all the meatballs are snugly nestled within the rolls. This will create a delightful surprise within each bite.

To enhance the savory goodness, sprinkle shredded cheese over the meatballs. The combination of the meatballs and cheese will create a mouthwatering fusion of flavors that will have everyone reaching for seconds.

Now, it's time to bring our Fiesta Meatball Ring to life in the oven. Fold the pointed end of each crescent roll towards the center of the ring, covering the meatballs and tucking the ends under the bottom. This will seal in the juicy goodness and create a beautiful presentation.

Pop the baking sheet into the preheated oven and let the Fiesta Meatball Ring bake for approximately 20 minutes or until the crescent rolls turn a glorious golden brown. The aroma will fill your kitchen, teasing your taste buds with anticipation.

Once the Fiesta Meatball Ring is ready, it's time to add the finishing touches. Garnish it with your favorite fiesta toppings! Think vibrant fresh herbs, zesty salsa, tangy sour cream or crunchy lettuce. Get creative and customize the toppings to suit your taste preferences.

 

Directions:

1. Heat oven to 350°.

2. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.  Spray foil generously with cooking spray. 

3. Separate the crescent rolls into triangles. Place the wide side in the center of the baking tray with the ends overlapping, forming a ring. 

4. Place a meatball in the wider part of the crescent roll, do this for all the meatballs. Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese over meatballs. Fold the pointed end towards the center of the ring, covering the meatballs and tucking under the bottom. Bake for 20 minutes or until crescent rolls are golden brown. 

5. Garnish with your favorite fiesta toppings! 

 

Recipe Courtesy of Chef Audrey, ALDI Test Kitchen