Savory Parmesan Bites

Prep: 20 min., Bake: 15 min.

Yield: Makes 32 pieces

Ingredients

• 1  (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1  cup  grated Parmesan cheese, divided
• 1  small red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/4  cup  fresh parsley, chopped
• 2  (8-ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls

Preparation

1. Stir together softened cream cheese, 3/4 cup cheese, bell pepper, and parsley.

2. Unroll crescent rolls, and separate each can into 4 rectangles, pressing perforations to seal. Spread 3 tablespoons cream cheese mixture on each rectangle. Roll up, starting at 1 short side, jelly-roll fashion. Cut each roll into 4 equal pieces, using a serrated knife. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Sprinkle bites with remaining ¼ cup cheese.

3. Bake at 350° for 13 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Note: To make ahead, place unbaked bites on ungreased baking sheets, and freeze 1 hour or until frozen. Place bites in zip-top plastic freezer bags; store in freezer up to 1 month. Place frozen bites on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 15 to 17 minutes or until golden brown.