Description
These delicious stuffed bread pockets combine tender frozen roll dough with a savory ground beef and cabbage filling. Perfectly baked to golden brown, they make a hearty snack or meal that’s easy to prepare from frozen dough with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 16 Rhodes rolls frozen unbaked roll dough
Filling
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups finely chopped cabbage
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other
- 1–2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for dusting)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Place the frozen rolls several inches apart on parchment-covered baking sheets. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to rise at room temperature until doubled in size, about 3 to 5 hours.
- Cook the Filling: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until about halfway cooked. Add butter, finely chopped onion, and cabbage. Continue cooking until the beef is fully browned and the onions and cabbage are soft. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to preheat while you prepare the pockets.
- Shape the Pockets: Lightly flour a clean surface, then use your fingers to flatten each dough ball into a small circle resembling miniature pizza dough. Place a rounded spoonful of the beef and cabbage mixture into the center of each circle. Bring the dough edges up and pinch to seal securely, then gently roll between your hands to reinforce the seam. Place each sealed pocket seam side down on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with all dough balls. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Apply Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. Gently brush the tops of each dough pocket with the egg wash to promote browning.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the pockets are golden brown. Rotate the baking sheet halfway through for even baking.
Notes
- Allowing the dough to rise fully ensures soft, fluffy pockets.
- Make sure the filling is cooled before filling the dough to prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- You can substitute cabbage with other vegetables like kale or spinach if preferred.
- Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 3-5 hours rising and 30 minutes resting)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Savory Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
