Runzas (Bierocks)

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My mother-in-law introduced me to this and it kinda stuck. I am from Iowa, now in Kentucky, and the only way I can get this is by making it at home.

close up view of a pile of Runzas (Bierocks)
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Servings:
9
Yield:
9 pastries
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Ingredients

  • 1 (3 pound) package frozen white bread dough

  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef

  • 1 medium head cabbage, shredded

  • 1 pound shredded mozzarella cheese

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • vegetable oil

Directions

  1. Thaw out frozen bread dough; cut each roll into 3 pieces and set aside. Brown beef and cabbage in a large skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  3. Roll out bread dough and cut into squares. Place a spoonful of the beef/cabbage mixture onto the center of each dough square. Sprinkle cheese on top, fold over and pinch sides to seal. Rub a bit of oil on the outside of each pastry.

  4. Place in a 9x13 inch baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 60 minutes, or until golden brown.

160 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

750 Calories
28g Fat
80g Carbs
41g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 9
Calories 750
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g 35%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 79mg 26%
Sodium 1222mg 53%
Total Carbohydrate 80g 29%
Dietary Fiber 9g 31%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 41g 82%
Vitamin C 37mg 41%
Calcium 441mg 34%
Iron 7mg 41%
Potassium 371mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.