Bierrocks I

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

Recipe View To Make Dough: In a large bowl, combine lukewarm milk and vegetable oil. Stir in beaten eggs, active dry yeast, sugar, salt, and 5 cups of flour. Mix well until a shaggy dough forms. Gradually add the remaining cup of flour, as needed, until the dough comes together into a kneadable consistency. Knead on a lightly floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. (5-7 minutes)

Recipe View Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size. (60 minutes)

Recipe View To Make Filling: While the dough is rising, brown the ground beef in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Do not drain the juices; they will add flavor and moisture. Add the chopped onion and shredded cabbage to the skillet and continue cooking until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly. (15 minutes)

Recipe View Assemble the Bierrocks: Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down to release the air. On a lightly floured surface, roll out portions of dough (about the size of a tennis ball) into thin circles or ovals. Place half a slice of American cheese on one side of the dough, top with a generous spoonful of the beef and cabbage filling, then place the other half of the cheese on top of the filling.

Recipe View Fold the dough over to enclose the filling, forming a turnover or half-moon shape. Seal the edges tightly by pressing them together with your fingers or crimping them with a fork. If the dough is not sticking, moistening the edges with a little water will help create a good seal.

Recipe View Place the assembled bierrocks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with beaten egg wash to promote browning and, if desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bierrocks are golden brown and the filling is heated through. (25-30 minutes)

Recipe View Serve immediately while warm. Alternatively, let the bierrocks cool completely and freeze them for later. To reheat frozen bierrocks, bake in a preheated oven until hot, about 20-25 minutes.