Cheese Sambusak

Ingredients

• •3 cups all-purpose flour
• •1 teaspoon kosher salt
• •1 teaspoon sugar
• •1 tablespoon instant yeast
• •1/4 cup vegetable oil
• •1 cup warm water
• •8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
• •8 ounces farmer cheese or mozzarella, grated
• •1 egg
• •2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• •2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast in a bowl, then add the oil and warm water and knead until smooth.

2. 2

   Cover the dough and let it rise until doubled, about 1 hour.

3. 3

   Combine the feta, farmer cheese, egg, and parsley in a bowl to make the filling.

4. 4

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.

5. 5

   Divide the dough into small balls and roll each one into a circle about 4 inches wide.

6. 6

   Place a spoonful of cheese filling in the center of each circle.

7. 7

   Fold into a half-moon or triangle shape and press the edges firmly to seal.

8. 8

   Arrange on the baking sheet, brush lightly with beaten egg if desired, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

9. 9

   Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.