Runza Think Cheeseburger
Discover the ultimate fusion of comfort food with the "Runza Think Cheeseburger" recipe—a delicious twist on a Midwest classic that channels all the flavors of your favorite cheeseburger into a golden, flaky handheld pocket. This recipe features a savory filling of seasoned ground beef, tender cabbage, and diced onion, melded together with melted cheddar cheese for irresistible richness. Encased in soft, buttery pizza dough and topped with a brush of egg wash and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for that familiar burger-inspired touch, these hearty pockets are baked to perfection in just 25 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a portable lunch, this recipe delivers the nostalgic appeal of a cheeseburger runza with a unique homemade flair. Easy to assemble, family-friendly, and irresistibly satisfying, these cheesy runza-inspired pockets are your new favorite comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
- 2 cups shredded Green cabbage
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 can (13.8 oz) Refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 large (beaten) Egg
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
Add the diced onion to the skillet with the browned beef and cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion is softened.
Stir in the shredded cabbage, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Cook everything together for 5-7 minutes until the cabbage is softened and well combined with the beef mixture. Remove from heat.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese while the mixture is still warm, allowing it to melt evenly. Set the filling aside to cool slightly.
Unroll the refrigerated pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface. Cut it into 4 equal rectangles.
Place a generous scoop of the filling mixture onto one half of each rectangle, leaving space around the edges. Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to form a pocket, and press the edges together to seal tightly. Use a fork to crimp the edges for extra security.
Transfer the filled pockets to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pockets are golden brown and puffed up.
Allow the Runza Think Cheeseburgers to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2681 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.0 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.8 g | 279% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 634 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 5694 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.8 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.6 g | ||
| Protein | 142.5 g | 285% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 698 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2294 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
