Apple Cheddar Crescent Casserole
Yields: 6 servings
Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 1 hr
Ingredients:
1 Tbsp. unsalted butter, plus more for the pan
1 large Granny Smith apple, cored, finely chopped (about 1 1/2 c.)
2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves, divided
3/4 tsp. ground fresh nutmeg, divided
7 large eggs
1 2/3 cups whole milk
1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1 (8-oz.) can Pillsbury Crescent Rounds
8 oz. sharp orange cheddar, shredded (about 1 1/2 c.), divided
1 Tbsp. honey (optional)
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350°. Grease an 8" x 8" stainless steel pan with butter.
In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 Tbsp. butter. Cook apples, stirring frequently, beginning to soften, about 4 minutes.
Stir in 1/4 tsp. thyme and 1/4 tsp. nutmeg. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until apples are slightly brown and caramelized, about 4 minutes more. Let cool slightly.
In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, and remaining 1/2 tsp. nutmeg. Tear half of the rounds into 1" to 1 1/2" pieces and arrange on the bottom of the prepared dish. Sprinkle with half of the cheese and half of the apples. Pour the egg mixture over. Tear remaining rounds into 1" to 1 1/2" pieces and arrange over egg mixture. Top with the remaining cheese and apples.
Bake casserole until golden brown and puffy, 35 to 40 minutes. Let cool about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1 3/4 tsp. thyme. Drizzle with honey (if using).
Recipe courtesy of Delish.com