Western Burgers

Western Burgers

Dough

• 1 1/2 cups warm water
• 2 tablespoons yeast
• 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 tablespoons melted shortening
• 4 cups flour

• Combine water, yeast, sugar and salt. 
• Let stand a few minutes. 
• Add shortening and half of flour.
• Stir until well blended. 
• Gradually add remaining flour until a firm dough results. 
• Place in a greased bowl and let rise.

Filling

• 1 pound hamburger meat
• 1 small chopped onion
• 2 teaspoons prepared mustard
• 2 tablespoons salad dressing
• 1/4 pound grated cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

• Brown hamburger and onion. 
• Drain off fat. 
• Add remaining ingredients. 
• Refrigerate until cool.
• Roll out dough 1/4- to 1/2-inch thick. 
• Cut into 3 1/2-inch squares. 
• Pour about 1/2 cup of meat mixture in center of each square. 
• Pull corners together and pinch all the openings closed. 
• Turn upside down on a greased pan. 
• Mash down slightly; let rise until double in size.
• Bake at 350 degrees F until golden brown. 
• Brush with melted margarine.