Homemade Hamburger Rolls

Turn your homemade bread dough into delicious stuffed rolls. This family favorite can be filled with seasoned ground beef or whole cooked meatballs, creating an easy handheld meal that's perfect for lunches, dinners, picnics, or freezer meals.

Ingredients

• 1 batch prepared bread dough
• 1 pound ground beef, browned and seasoned or 16-20 cooked meatballs
• 1 small onion, diced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: shredded cheese, cooked bacon, mushrooms, or chopped peppers
• 1 beaten egg (optional, for brushing tops)

Directions

1. Prepare the bread dough and allow it to complete the first rise.
2. If using ground beef, brown it with the onion. Drain any excess grease, season to taste, and allow the filling to cool slightly.
3. Divide the dough into equal portions and flatten each into a circle.
4. For hamburger rolls, spoon several tablespoons of the seasoned beef mixture into the center of each piece of dough.
5. For meatball rolls, place one cooked meatball in the center of each piece of dough. Add a spoonful of pizza or marinara sauce and a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese if desired.
6. Bring the edges of the dough together and pinch tightly to seal the filling inside.
7. Place the rolls seam-side down on a greased baking sheet.
8. Cover and allow the rolls to rise for about 20-30 minutes.
9. Brush the tops with beaten egg, if desired, for a shiny golden crust.
10. Bake at 350 F for 20-25 minutes, or until the rolls are lightly browned and cooked through.