Recipe #92: Savory Parmesan Bites

I'm trying to find a handful of appetizer recipes that can be prepared ahead of time for parties and holidays. I made this recipe today and am freezing 2/3rds to try in December. The ones we ate today were pretty good for such an easy recipes. I used the reduced fat crescent rolls, though I'd hardly call this recipe a healthy snack.

Savory Parmesan Bites
from Southern Living

* 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

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

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.

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.