Ingredients

  • 2 loaves frozen white bread dough, thawed (1 lb. each)
  • 1 lb ground turkey (or beef if you prefer)
  • 2 cups cabbage, shredded
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 6 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 egg, slightly beaten
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • coarse salt (optional)
  • cracked pepper (optional)
  • sesame seeds (optional) or poppy seed (optional)
  • TOPPINGS
  • ketchup, as desired
  • mustard, as desired
  • barbecue sauce, as desired
  • relish, as desired

Method

  • Have thawed bread dough ready.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In a skillet, cook ground turkey or beef over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned (8 to 10 minutes). Drain fat if using beef.
  • Stir in shredded cabbage, onions, parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1 teaspoon minced garlic.
  • Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is crisp-tender (5 to 6 minutes).
  • Stir in cheddar cheese and ketchup.
  • Divide each bread loaf into four equal pieces.
  • On lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a 6 inch circle; place about 1/2 cup meat mixture into each circle.
  • Carefully pinch the edges together to enclose the meat and form a bun.
  • Place seam side down onto a greased cookie sheet or baking stone.
  • In small bowl, stir together the egg and milk; brush each bun with the egg mixture.
  • Sprinkle each bun with a pinch of coarse salt, cracked pepper, and/or poppy or sesame seeds.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until browned.
  • Serve with toppings desired.
  • (These can easily be shaped into buns and frozen. To reheat, wrap in foil and place on a cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 55 to 60 minutes or until heated through.).