- 2 packages refrigerated crescent rolls (8 in a package)
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 8 oz. sliced pepperoni
- 8 oz. shredded cheese
- Cooking spray
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
On a silicone baking mat or parchment paper placed on a cookie sheet, carefully roll the dough from the first package out without separating the rolls. Place the dough from the 2nd package onto the first dough, so that now you have a rectangle. Gently roll it out a bit, so that it's about 18 inches long and 15 inches wide. Visually divide the length of the dough into 3 equal parts. The middle part is where our filling will go. So using a pizza cutter or knife, cut the dough into slices on each outside tab, making equal slits on each side.
Fill the middle tab with the the tomato sauce, pepperoni, and shredded cheese, layering and aligning it down the center tab.
Alternating from side to side, fold the cut pieces over the middle part. You might have to stretch them a bit so you can pinch them over to the other side. At this point, you can carefully wrap the cookie sheet in plastic wrap and refrigerate the braid until you are ready to bake it, if you'd like a make-ahead option.
Spray lightly with the cooking spray and bake for about 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Yields: 4 servings
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes