Kraut Burgers (Bierochen)

                     Kraut Burgers (Bierochen)

Serving Size  : 4     Preparation Time : 0:00

Categories    : Beef                         
   
Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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       1         pound  Lean Ground Beef

       1         large  Onion -- finely chopped

       3         tablespoons  Shortening

       2         loaves  Frozen Bread Dough -- (or substitute your favorite 2 loaf bread dough recipe)

       1         small  Head  Cabbage -- shredded

                  Salt & Pepper To Taste


Melt shortening in skillet. Add beef, cabbage and onion. Cook until cabbage is nearly done. Do not brown.

Drain, salt and pepper to taste. Roll bread dough, which has risen once to 1/4-inch thick.

Cut in 5 to 6-inch squares. Place 2 to 3 heaping tablespoons of mixture on each square; bring corners together and pinch sides shut.

Let rise 20 minutes. Bake at 375 degrees F for about 20 minutes or until brown. Brush tops with melted butter as the dough cools.