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In the bowl of a standing electric mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine the 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour with the whole wheat flour, yeast, water, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 3 tablespoons of the olive oil.
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Mix at medium speed until a soft, supple dough forms, about 10 minutes. Using oiled hands, transfer the dough to an oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let the dough stand in a draft-free spot until slightly risen, about 1 hour.
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Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil.
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Add the diced onion and cook over moderate heat until softened, about 7 minutes.
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Add the sumac and lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
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Stir in the spinach and let cool completely.
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Preheat the oven to 450u00b0 and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Divide the dough into 10 pieces.
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Form each piece of dough into a ball, dust with flour and let stand for 10 minutes.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll each ball of dough to a 5-inch round. Spread the spinach filling over half of each round, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
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Brush the rims with water and fold the dough over to enclose the filling; pinch the edges to seal.
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Transfer the spinach pies to the prepared baking sheets and brush the tops with the beaten egg.
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Bake the pies for about 18 minutes, or until golden; shift the pans from top to bottom and front to back HALFWAY through baking.
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Transfer the spinach pies to a platter and serve warm or at room temperature.
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MAKE AHEAD: The cooled spinach pies can be tightly wrapped in foil and refrigerated overnight. Reheat the pies in the foil in a 325u00b0 oven.
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NOTES: Sumac is a fruity, tangy spice made from dried, ground berries. It is available at Middle Eastern markets and online from penzeys.com.
