The grocery shelf has given us pre-made cinnamon rolls in a can, and tonight we'll warm them, add a savory cheese topping, and serve them as a meal. It's not traditional, but it works when you're hungry and tired, turning sweetness into sustenance with melted butter and a sharp finish.

Serves 2. 20 minutes, 8 at the stove.

About 270 calories a serving, 8 g protein, 8 g carbohydrate, 22 g fat. From USDA figures for 100% of the ingredients; amounts are the recipe's.

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1. Heat your oven to 375°F [190°C]. Open the can of cinnamon rolls and set the icing packet aside. Arrange the 4 rolls in a small baking dish or cast-iron skillet, spacing them evenly. Bake until the rolls are heated through and lightly browned at the edges, about 12 minutes.12 min
2. While the rolls bake, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small bowl and mix in 1 pinch of salt and 1 pinch of pepper.
3. Remove the rolls from the oven and brush them with the melted butter. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of finely grated sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the warm rolls, then scatter 2 tablespoons of chopped green onion on top. Serve while hot, drizzling the icing packet over one roll per person if you want a touch of sweetness.

Note Swap in crumbled bacon or a dash of hot sauce for the green onion if you like. The rolls keep, covered, in the fridge for two days. Serve with a simple green salad or pickled vegetables on the side to balance the richness.