Kraut Bierocks recipe

10 servings

1 1/2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast

1/2 cup white sugar

2 cups warm water

4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup powdered milk

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 cup shortening

1 pound lean ground beef

1 pound ground Italian sausage

1 cup chopped onion

3 cups shredded cabbage

3 tablespoons prepared mustard

2 teaspoons salt

2 teaspoons ground black pepper

1/2 cup shredded, processed American cheese

1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

To Make Sweet Dough: In a medium bowl combine the yeast, sugar and water and mix together; let stand 10 minutes.

Stir in flour, dry milk, baking powder and shortening, then knead mixture for 10 minutes, adding as little flour as necessary.

Cover bowl with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, then knead again.

To Make Filling: Meanwhile, brown beef, sausage and onion in a large skillet over medium high heat.

Drain extra fat from skillet, then stir in cabbage, mustard, salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes.

Add cheese and cook, stirring, until cheese is melted.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Flatten a piece of dough.

Place large spoonful of meat filling onto dough and fold over to form a round bun.

Lay folded-side-down in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.

Repeat with remaining dough and filling.

Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.