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Runza

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A warm, savory parcel filled with seasoned ground beef, green cabbage, and onions, wrapped in golden-brown bread dough, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough and Filling
  • 2 loaves Frozen bread dough (thawed) Use two loaves for wrapping.
  • 1 pound Ground beef Can substitute with turkey or a plant-based alternative.
  • 1 medium Onion (diced) Adds flavor to the filling.
  • 2 cups Green cabbage (finely chopped) Essential for the filling.
  • Salt and fresh ground black pepper To taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef along with the diced onion until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Stir in the chopped cabbage, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until the cabbage wilts and is tender. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. Take the thawed bread dough and roll it out into rectangles (about 5x7 inches).
  5. Spoon a generous amount of the beef and cabbage mixture onto each piece of dough.
  6. Fold the dough over the filling, pinching the edges to seal.
  7. Place topped seams down on the baking sheet. Allow the Runzas to rise for about 30 minutes.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

For added flavor, consider sautéing garlic or adding spices like paprika to the beef mixture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days, or freeze assembled (uncooked) Runzas for up to two months.
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