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To make dough:
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In a large bowl, mix the sugar and yeast in warm water.
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Allow yeast to proof until foamy (about 10 minutes).
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Mix in salt and oil.
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Mix in flour, one cup at a time until a soft dough has formed (you may not need all five cups).
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Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth.
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Place in a well-oiled bowl and turn to coat.
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Cover with a damp cloth and allow to rise in a warm area until doubled in size (approximately 1 hour).
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On a lightly floured surface, punch down dough and knead for 2-3 minutes.
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Divide dough into balls (about the size of a lime).
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To make filling:
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In a large pot, brown ground beef and onion.
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Drain.
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Stir in salt and pepper, ground mustard and shredded cabbage.
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Continue cooking until cabbage is tender (approximately 7-10 minutes).
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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Roll each bread piece out into a 5 square.
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Place about a 1/3 cup of the filling onto each square.
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Bring up sides and pinch together.
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Place seam-side down on a greased baking sheet and allow to rise 10 minutes.
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Bake kraut burgers in preheated oven for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
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Remove from oven and immediately brush kraut burgers with melted butter.
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This recipe makes approximately 15 Kraut Burgers, depending on size.
