Garlic Butter Cheeseburger Rollups (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Core Components

01 - 450 grams ground beef
02 - 1 (390 gram) can refrigerated pizza dough

→ Dairy

03 - 240 ml shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 240 ml shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 60 ml melted butter

→ Seasonings

06 - 5 ml garlic powder
07 - 5 ml onion powder
08 - 2.5 ml salt
09 - 1.25 ml black pepper

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven according to the instructions provided on the pizza dough packaging.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it into fine crumbles, until thoroughly browned, approximately 5-6 minutes. Carefully drain any excess fat from the skillet.
03 - Add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the cooked beef. Stir well and continue to cook for an additional minute to allow the flavors to meld.
04 - Unroll the refrigerated pizza dough onto a lightly floured work surface.
05 - Evenly sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the pizza dough, ensuring to leave a small border around the edges.
06 - Spoon the seasoned ground beef mixture over the layer of cheddar cheese, spreading it uniformly and maintaining the small border.
07 - Distribute the shredded mozzarella cheese over the ground beef layer.
08 - Starting from one of the shorter sides, tightly roll the dough into a log shape. Pinch the seam firmly along the entire length to seal it securely.
09 - Melt the butter in a small bowl. Using a pastry brush, generously coat the entire surface of the formed roll with the melted butter.
10 - Carefully transfer the rollup, seam-side down, to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
11 - Bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the rollup is golden brown and the cheese is visibly bubbling.
12 - Allow the baked rollup to cool slightly before slicing it into individual portions. Serve warm.

# Notes:

01 - For freezing: Cool rollups completely, wrap tightly in plastic, and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.
02 - Ingredient Swaps: Ground turkey or plant-based meat are suitable alternatives. Consider Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese for a spicier flavor profile.
03 - Crescent Roll Variation: If pizza dough is unavailable, crescent roll dough can be used, though it will result in a slightly sweeter rollup.
04 - Serving Suggestions: Pair with ketchup, mustard, ranch dressing, or your preferred burger sauce. A simple side salad or pickles also complement this dish well.
05 - Pro Tip: Allowing the rollups to cool slightly before slicing helps prevent the melted cheese from spilling out.
06 - Make Ahead: These rollups can be assembled a few hours in advance, refrigerated, and then baked just before serving.
07 - Vegetarian Option: Substitute the ground beef with plant-based crumbles or a sautéed mixture of mushrooms and onions.
08 - Reheating: To reheat, place in a preheated oven at 175°C (350°F) until warmed through, ensuring a crispy texture.

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