Place in greased bowl and cover. Would you be able to send me one? If he seemed too good to be true, thats because he was. As a bride lived next to the part of Lincoln you are mentioning. Originally Czech but now adapted and ubiquous in Nebraska, its a fresh sandwich bun baked with meat, cabbage, cheese, onions and whatever else you order. Nutritional information includes an Original Runza Sandwich, French Fries and a Medium Pepsi. My mother-in-law lives in Colorado and around her they refer to these as Kraut burgers. G.I. One son likes them with, believe it or not, cooked rice (leftover chicken and rice even that was from a leaner time when I had a lot of chicken and rice and only about 1/2 pound hamburger). Find some of Omahas favorite falafel, served in a wrap with hummus and pickles, as well as Lebanese specialties like lentil soup, baba ganoush, shwarma and kabobs. As usual their rings and fries are among the best in town! and I think there is 1 cup of unsalted butter listed. Butter on top after baking. The chicken is par for the course fast food chicken. Its lahvosh crackers topped with a variety of items are popular, as are the crab cakes and other light entrees. I grew up in Nebraska and have ended up on an island in Panama. Hi Taunya! So why not immerse yourself for a day? 10g. I have the dough rising now, but there were about 4 cups of flower that I couldnt knead into it. Okay, truth is, taste-wise the whole wheat flour doesnt do a lot, especially since I dont add that much in the first place. When the weather allows, it has one of the busiest patios in Omaha. so you dont have that thick doughy effect. Chef, I hope you enjoyed the recipe! . Holly, you could certainly try it, but your runza filling will probably turn purplish-pink, which might be offputting to some. How much shortening or lard please!! The bierock is not really part of our family tradition as much as it is part of this areas tradition, he said. I saw you were looking for a Kolache recipe. Yes, they certainly can be made ahead, and then frozen in freezer bags. Thank you for sharing -and all the tips are wonderful! [11], The runza sandwich originated from pirog, an Eastern European baked good[4][12] or more specifically from its small version, known as pirozhok (literally "little pirog"). I do have extra dough for later. If you like them really cheesy, then by all means put in more cheese than you think, because the cheese does seem to melt into the filling and disappear. Runza has two new offerings: Vegetarian versions of everyones favorite meat-stuffed sandwiches. First, make the filling: Chop onions and garlic and saut in a large frying pan with a little butter or olive oil until tender. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Nebraska Athletics parts ways with two veteran administrators, Lincoln drivers identified in crash that killed 21-year-old motorcyclist, Judge sends Lincoln woman to prison for 'heinous attack on two innocent individuals', See which ex-Huskers are joining NFL teams as undrafted free agents, Nebraska's plan at setter, Murrays start to college and Krauses position change, Nebraska's six-week abortion ban fails to advance after falling one vote short, Demand for Nebraska volleyball at Memorial Stadium tickets causes online hiccup, Lincoln motorcyclist, 21, killed in crash on 84th Street, police say, Nebraska quarterback Casey Thompson enters transfer portal, Lincoln restaurant 9 South CharGrill closes, Reliving Maisie Boesiger's special Nebraska jersey moment: 'It was surreal', Nebraska volleyball freshmen leave impression in spring match win over Wichita State, Educators rally at Nebraska Capitol to support public schools, oppose LB753, Shatel: Matt Rhule showed his loyalty to inherited Huskers at Nebraska spring game, McKewon: Casey Thompson's departure, Nebraska's quarterback depth and coup of landing Jeff Sims, H.F. Crave: It starts with the beef from Hollenbeck Farms. Also love the diet & Dr Pepper.More. When raised take index and middle finger and gently make an indentation in the center of each roll. Her mother taught her how to make the traditional beef, cabbage and onion sandwich baked in homemade bread, a family recipe. The stuffed sandwiches were known by a handful of names: bierocks, kraut kuche or kraut bierocks. Columnist Matthew Hansen grew up in Red Cloud. The Germans remained in Russia, running their own communities and presumably happily eating homemade bierocks for about 100 years. There was a drive-in in Colo Spgs, CO that sold them right along with their hamburgers, fries, etc. Omahas only fully vegan restaurant, run by widely known chef and cookbook author Isa Chandra Moskowitz, recently moved into a bigger, brighter location. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. -Rhian. I thought they were very delicious, and quite indulgent! I cannot wait to make this this weekend. They were a delicious treat. Had to make too many of em too fast to worry about looks. Im guessing this is after the dough rises, correct? Mainly because I can never remember which one I use last time. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe! Do you drain the meat mixture prior to filling the dough? Too lazy to dig out my recipe I hit the internet and found this. Its located in the passageway, a popular walkway, and the restaurant itself oozes romance. Sandwich Meal. It will taste basically the same, though. Runza is a version of the low German word runsa, which translates into bun shape or the soft shape of a round belly. Sadly, the original Runza on Park Avenue closed due to street revisions on Van Dorn, and the building was torn down in 1992. Its a little spicier lots of black pepper but otherwise has that meaty, cabbagey flavor. I managed to make Runza for girls (although my dump & hope Runza were a hit, I altered and used more of a pizza dough recipe). One of our friends, also from Nebraska, is having a baby soon and this seems like a great food to take over as it can be eaten with one hand on the go! My explanation for how I found myself making runzas in our host familys Tauranga kitchen one lovely afternoon goes as follows: All those things added up to one thing: I needed to make runzas. Runza, Runzatic, and Temperature Tuesdays areregistered trademarks of RunzaNational, Inc. 2015-2022 RunzaNational, Inc. Swash with melted butter and bake for 10 more minutes or until golden. The staff at this location has always been top notch and very polite/kind. This is THE ultimate comfort food. As franchising became popular in the 1970s, Everett recognized the potential for expanding the Runza chain, with the first expansion going to Grand Island. Gosh, neighbor Gene, why wasnt I invited? See all 260. cals. Before assembling, I weighed the dough, divided total weight by 20, and weighed each portion to be about 83 grams. Never had a Runza? Check out its sister, Howard Street Wine Merchant, which has lovely natural wines. In 2008, there were 80 Runza restuarant locations.By 2018 there was a total of 86 restuarants in the United States, 80 in Nebraska , 2 in Iowa, 2 in Kansas, and 2 in Colorado. Make your own chili powder with dehydrated hot peppers (!!). Thats it, Gentle Reader! Welcome to the conversation. Whether you like the taste or not, you have to admit that the big two burger chains meat does not taste like the hamburger you bring home from the store, Runza uses quality ingredients, and you can taste the difference, the burgers are a cutabove most all other fast food places, the Runza is a unique treat, the cheese Runza is better with Swiss, but you have to order it special that way. 9 tblsp melted butter Tasting something like a southwestern burrito but with Runzas doughy bread instead of a tortilla, this thing is a winner. Home of the original Runza Sandwich, made-to-order burgers, double dipped onion rings and our famous crinkly fries. For an adventure, check out the lit menu board on the wall; staff is happy to translate or further explain the specials. Even though the runzas today are mass produced fast food, my wife and always stop and buy some when visiting Lincoln. What a lot of work that would be, and Im pretty sure they will be a hit. The vegetarian Original Runza is a pretty close match to the original, with a bit more spice and a little less sauerkraut. Is it really 15 cups of flour?!? Sally thought a business would be something they could do together, so the siblings, along with Sallys brother-in-law, took their family bierock recipe and opened a food stand in Lincoln near Pioneers Park. Let rise in warm place until double. My pleasure! I grew up in NE Colorado and we ate Krautburgers all the time. Just cabbage, no kraut. When you make the runzas, Id love to hear how they turn out, and how your kiddos like them. ), Put browned ground beef into a large pot (I like to use my Crock pot). The workers inside were protected by screens, so this apparently never became a food sanitation issue. . Then he got an idea: Ope, In this central Nebraska town left for dead decades ago, the Scratchtown trio and a whole bunch of other residents are crafting a small-town s, Nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs is key to growing our economy. Cool 1. This sandwich consisted of beef, cabbage and onions enclosed in homemade bread. Anxious to apply your idea of the canned kraut. and my life is better for it! ;)), my family insists all future cabbage burgers be made with that particular grain mix. Runzas served at Runza restaurants and at Memorial Stadium are still made by hand, too, ready for when the restaurants open at 10:30 a.m., or by game time. Mix well, cover and let rest 1/2 hour (dont skip this). Mmmm good. Yummy! spicy buffalo sauce, ranch sauce, lettuce & tomato, grilled onions, mushrooms topped with Swiss cheese. . Serve while hot. In addition to Runza sandwiches, for many years Runza Drive Ins offered Polish dogs, which I consumed in large quantities, as did many of my friends. I love your story so muchwhat are the odds that youd hire a babysitter who made the same type of Runzas that you grew up eating? Place 1/3 of dough on lightly floured surface and roll to 1/2 inch thick. cool on rack. Pick from the original vegetarian Runza or the Southwest black bean vegetarian Runza. . Thats exactly what I do. Omahans will argue about where to find the citys best burger, and Dinkers has a lot of passionate fans. It happens to pair well with the restaurants menu of curries and fragrant rice dishes. I ordered a Runza, fries and a drink. If you like to bake it is a fun one to get connected with. I live in France with my husband and kids, and this summer we drove through Nebraska. Free. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. She tweaked and trademarked one of the dishs traditional names into the one we all know today: Runza. Baked, stuffed and sold statewide, most visibly at the Runza chain of restaurants, this simple, grab-and-go meal is as Nebraska as Cornhusker football. . Thanks for your comment! Maybe I will try just a small can. Anti-Spam Quiz: Which is warmer, ice or steam? Add ground beef along with generous amounts of salt and pepper and cook through, then drain well, if needed. Mack and I are going to spend an afternoon soon making a pile of runzas for the freezer. Sauteed ground beef and cabbage went into a rectangular, bread roll-like creation, was served to people who thought they really tasted good, and the rest is delicious history. The tale of that beloved Nebraska meat pocket sometimes called a bierock is about much more than a sandwich youve ordered in a drive-thru or inhaled during halftime of a frigid Memorial Stadium football game. Occasionally too busy or tired to make dough (although I prefer the dough) I make this filling (thank you for the recipe) and stir in a package of pre-grated cheddar cheese. They even made a visit there on thei. Im saving your recipe ! Chef David Utterback is making some of the most adventurous sushi in Omaha. The list is fairly close to what Runza still serves, said Everett, who runs the business today. Makes 5-6 dozen. The Runzas get tucked into pans, and he punches each one down by hand before sliding the pan into an oven, where the runzas bake for 45 minutes. The Runza., sarah.bakerhansen@owh.com, 402-444-1069, twitter.com/SBHOWH. But we dont always want to go out to get these delicious sandwiches/er, meat-filled buns/delectable hand-held . Thats a new one: Beer Buns. If you haven't, you really should try a Runza, an old German sandwich that has a beef, cabbage base , it is unique. I do almost all of my baking with unbleached white. Filling flavors were apricot, apple, cherry, strawberry rhubarb, and poppy seed. Ive been told Lancaster county has spent a TON of money to try to save the Salt water tiger beetle . . (I use my Bosch mixer for this step. Resident. Crystal, sorry for the confusion! Comfort food. The flavor was so good, Id consider ordering the southwest veggie Runza over a regular one. Thanks! Wonderful, Ron! We were all going to be home that evening; I didnt have access to a car that day (so no going out adventuring); the kids and I had already been to the beach and had our daily ice cream cones (our ambitious goals for the day); we were all a tad homesick, and lastly . I use a different recipe for the dough. Hi there! Donald Everett Jr. pulls Runzas out of the oven. (Click on the photo for more about me *yawn* if you really wanna.). And if so, what is the best way to reheat? Great recipe. Thank you again Amy we sure enjoy this recipe. You cant come to Nebraska or be a Nebraskan without trying a Runza at least once. Some folks prefer only cabbage, but I think those runzas are decidedly more bland. The restaurant serves a variety of specialties, among them a soup featuring whitefish submerged in a broth full of Sichuan numbing peppercorns, sweet-savory Chinese egg and tomato, sauted bok choy and other greens, plus spicy mapo tofu. . Thank you, Karen! I bake them first so they are quick out of the freezer, warmed in the oven, and all the time you put in on one day pays itself back for several rushed suppers. The coldest temperature in Runza territory at 6am was 20 degrees. Theres a museum down there with bricks on the walk in front of it with names engraved of many of those immigrants. But do you really need to? . And then theres that lovable warm bun stuffed with peppery beef, wilted cabbage and long-sauteed onions. Europe. You betcha. As a result, many Germans went to Russia and taught the Russian serfs many skills. carbs. From Chinese Gooseberry to Kiwifruit: how it all happened, http://acceptingecho.blogspot.com/2012/06/homemade-runza-recipe-and-pictures.html?m=1. I hope they turn out well! Or any pan that you like, actually. Thats whole wheat flour. Dantes fresh, seasonal and modern take on Italian food makes this a west Omaha favorite. Nobody, thats who. Check with the restaurant for accurate menus, menu items and information pertaining to the menu. Art made them famous. We did. Chips can go highbrow (perfect with caviar) and lowbrow (equally great with onion dip out of the jar). If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. The sandwich that started it all - in a Combo Meal. )Somehow, some way, in Nebraska, the bierock became the runza. That he wound up bac, Lots of diners order a steak and a drink before requesting a special side of ghost story. Dan, Yes, those lady Husker volleyballers are something else, arent they?? Omg, just made these! If you dont want this extra dough to deal with, feel free to cut the dough recipe in half! . Oh Miss Amy You have been such wonderful blessing to me My Fianc is from Lincoln Nebraska and has spoken on Runzas A LOT. The filling is fantastic, I wish I had doubled that! Im going to cheat and try your recipe with frozen bread dough, (sorry! They were served with yellow mustard as a dipping sauce. These babies are only available if you call your nearest location 24 hours in advance. Amy, absolutely! So some of these secrets are from her kitchen. Thats what gave that special flavor to the kraut runza. (Well, why not? Ill post it if it turns out FABULOUS. But, I have no problem making them and freezing them and eating them when he is at work, or sharing them with friends. Their daughter, Sarah "Sally" Brening, was born in Sutton, Nebraska in 1912. Moskowitz has created citywide favorites with her mac and shews, made with cashew cream; excellent pies and milkshakes; and a periodic vegan Reuben special made with tempeh. Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information. Just wondering? Our kids went to UNL and yes we bleed Husker red! In the dough recipe you say 2 Scants of yeast. 27. It will begin offering takeout on Tuesday. *You are correct that if the air is dry where you live, you wont need as much flour. (Its second location? People from that part of the world were accustomed to making bierocks, and she apparently was quite adept at making them.. McCOOK, Neb. Turn out on a floured board and knead until elastic. The runzasandwich is a bun stuffed with ground beef and cabbage. My grandkids like me to drizzle thin powdered sugar frosting on them. And if you had them well wrapped in freezer bags, I would guess that they would last for a couple months at least. I add it to oatmeal, too, to provide more of a nutritional punch, and it would be good in the runza dough, too. The restaurant is cash only, and diners place their orders at a back counter. My grandfather in Bosworth Mo had a similar kraut recipe. Everybody does nearly everything barefoot over there. My kiddos used to be in choirs in Lincoln that met at a church in the German Russian part of town. I do not see shortening on the list of ingredients. 3 beaten eggs Brando A. Elsa, TX. Finally, you can get a Kinder Bueno in the United States. This small restaurant started downtown with a local, seasonal focus and became known for its popcorn; sandwiches including the whole bird, which has an egg, a chicken thigh and crisped chicken skin; and a weekend brunch service. His popular omakase events often sell out; so, too, do his chef pop-ups. Though hed played football at Nebraska he didnt use the people he knew to make a connection, his son Donald Jr. said. . Its a sandwich that residents of 49 other states wont recognize. A Runza sign is seen outside a franchise location at 108th and Q Street in Omaha, Neb. Dont worry about the recipe so much; just go by feel. I cant wait to try your recipe in hopes of bringing my childhood memories to life! So my runza dough recipe called for mixing it all with a wooden spoon. Because of their chewiness, the lentils gave it a different texture, but it was good. So many comments I dont know what to add..but growing up in the midwest this was a family staple recipe for us. Thank you for answering every question above and making me stretch my cooking wings just a little further (like say, Nebraska?). The bars annual Reubenfest celebrates the historic Omaha sandwich. Get the latest news and weather delivered straight to your inbox. The fries were hot and my wife loves the Runza sandwich, me I love their cheese burgers and fries. Thank you, Amy for this reply. When the dough is nice to work (elastic and smooth, and not too sticky) youve probably got it right! The Runza restaurants today are descended from the original Runza Hut I remember many years ago while growing up in Lincoln. Bryan (not a kiddo, but still) would appreciate slivered green pepper slices added, Mack would like the cheeseburger additionspickles, cheese, mustard and ketchup!Amalia would probably want more garlic, etc. Good luck! I just took 9 perfectly formed runzas from the oven. Would it be best to undertake, freeze, then thaw and finish baking them OR freeze them without any baking and bake them from frozen in a 375 degree oven? My daughter asked me to make Runza for them. Thankfully, theres an easy fix for this: we drive twenty miles in three different directions to get to a Runza restaurant and order piping hot runzas and frings (a combination of french fries and onion rings) in short order, and fairly often we do this. Keep in touch, okay? Show locations by state and city or within miles of Longmont, CO 1743 Main Street Longmont, CO 80501 Cross Streets: 17th & Main Hours: Monday - Thursday: 10:30am-8:00pm Friday & Saturday: 10:30am-8:00pm Sunday 10:30am-8:00pm (720) 534-2134 Loveland, CO 2204 North Lincoln Avenue Loveland, CO 80538 Cross Streets: Lincoln & 23rd Street Hours: . (especially the womens volley-ballers). And eat well. 1/3 cup sugar Does that mean the 8 oz. Thanks so much for your comment. There are cafes like this all across this country, and each one draws us back with comfort food and a feeling of home. Im using your tips for filling and topping them with butter. My gramma lived directly across the street (7th and C street) she had 10 children so no matter where they lived they would always come home to mommas for the holidays. Ernest E. Omaha, NE. Even though the runzas today are mass produced fast food, my wife and always stop and buy some when visiting Lincoln.More. Now an adult, I live in Connecticut, and decided to try to replicate the recipe. Wonderful. Drive down North 27th Street and youll spot at least a half-dozen spots serving Vietnamese food. on Jan. 25, 2021. One day we,went to pick our daughter up and I walked into the house and smelled a familiar smell. The Drover isnt as old as the other steakhouse on this list, but its just as treasured; known most for its large bone-in ribeye, diners can get their steak dunked in the restaurants secret whiskey marinade. My question is: how much does the whole wheat flour add to the dough? 4. Hi! more, There aren't enough food, service, value or atmosphere ratings for. He is a GROWING BOY, dontcha know, and is perennially STARVING, MOM!! Ground-beef-and-cabbage pioneers Sally Everett and her brother, Alex Brening, opened the restaurant near Pioneers Park, which was probably named after them. You can easily find great runza, or bierock, recipes and try making your own. My daughters and I are having a cooking/meal prep day this Saturday and I said I was doing homemade runzas. They're available daily. Introduced atleast 30 people to Runzas ( ie. In the 1700s, the Russian serfs were largely uneducated, and the whole country was far from modern. . Sounds like you are the RUNZA QUEEN!! Basically any meat/veg combination you really like can be folded into a good dough and baked. fat. Today, Runza has 87 locations in four states. . Your email address will not be published. It's worth clarifying that Runza Restaurants didn't intentionally plan the free Temperature Tuesday, but it simply coincided with the "Two's Day.". Dry yeast dissolved in 1/4 c. warm water plus 1 T. sugar. Yes the cheese goes inside the Runza. I have made plenty of disappointing runzas in my life, ergo why I wrote that post when I discovered how to make really terrific ones!! Im going to try your variation the next time I have some leftover corned beef! (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Also, when do add the cheese? Reaction to the meatless Runzas, which are still in a "trial" phase, has been mostly positive, said a Runza spokeswoman. Learn how your comment data is processed. Tourists were surprised that they found runzas in CO! #8 for dough says to add shortening to water to soften. It will also ship frozen Runzas around the country to bake at home. Am almost tempted to challenge you to a Runza Competition, except mine are never as pretty as yours. OMAHA, Neb. A disappointing Runza would be worse than not having one at all (or at least thats how Ive read into it) . Then pull them out and put them on cookie sheets or jelly roll pans, and bake them. basically the same. Amy, oh, Im so glad that you stopped and tried them! We live in southwest Kansas and the Mennonite community here makes thes for community suppers but they are called bierocks. Cut into circles with glass or biscuit cutter. Ill have to add this to my bucket list! So thank you very much for the Nine Grain Mix recipe and this post. Todd, Is there liquid in the crock pot after cooking? {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Submit a Public Notice for Omaha World-Herald, By Sarah Baker Hansen / World-Herald staff writer, Same DNA technique that reeled in Golden State Killer solved Leslie Arnold mystery, Leslie Arnold mystery solved: Man who died in Australia was enigmatic Nebraska fugitive, McKewon: Casey Thompson's departure, Nebraska's quarterback depth and coup of landing Jeff Sims, Nebraska Athletics parts ways with two veteran administrators, A new megadonor family is silently changing Nebraska political races, Six-week abortion ban dies in Nebraska Legislature, Nebraska quarterback Casey Thompson enters transfer portal, Creighton's Ryan Kalkbrenner enters NBA draft, Nebraska volleyball match at Memorial Stadium sells out in three days, Shatel: Casey Thompson is taking college athletics' merry-go-round the transfer portal, Dining Notes: New barbecue restaurant opens in Bellevue, Built in the shape of a football with a soaring roof, 'Flying Nun' house is Bellevue icon, Nebraska's point guard search continues as Hunter Sallis commits to Wake Forest, Pospisil: Three new golf course gems made ranking Nebraska's best even tougher in 2023, Shatel: Matt Rhule showed his loyalty to inherited Huskers at Nebraska spring game, Man apologizes after saying Nebraska teacher was 'grooming' boys who were shirtless in musical, The Better Half: Nebraska's little-known people, unexpected stops and memorable foods, Nebraska Community Foundation: Another best-kept secret, Richard Hart's real name: A good old-fashioned American mystery, Norfolk program helps Spanish-speaking Nebraskans pursue the American dream, Their American dream an Indian restaurant inside a Nebraska truck stop attracts diners from all over, At Scratchtown Brewery in Ord, Nebraska, locals drink to newfound success of once-dying town, Nurturing the next generation of Nebraska entrepreneurs, Celebrate spring's bounty of freshness with these recipes, Byron, Nebraska, has a population of 83 and it's growing, Speakeasy in the ghost town: How a Nebraska native is quietly transforming his rural steakhouse into a fine dining establishment. If youre worried the veggie Runza wouldnt have the texture or taste of a beef Runza, dont be. However I highly recommend the cheezeburger and the fish sandwich. Two words that work quite well together. While the older kiddos were in choir, I used to take the younger kids on walks around that beautiful neighborhood. A runza (also called a bierock, krautburger, or kraut pirok) is a yeast dough bread pocket with a filling consisting of beef, cabbage or sauerkraut, onions, and seasonings. The only downside to making Runzas is that my husband is not a fan of them . I updated this recipe awhile back and forgot a step. An Omaha staple since it opened in the 1970s, V. Mertz is also a staple of the historic Old Market neighborhood. Please let me know how they turn out and Happy New year to you, too! Hi Charysse! 1324 Harlan Street KANSAS. Mom used to make these, but I cannot rememberand want to make somewhat do you serve with runzas? Will be back in touch with the Kolache recipe. Julie, we soup ours up sometimes, toomy hubby likes adding green peppers and provolone cheese to them sometimes. I think they would probably taste fresher that way. Its getting the dough just right that is the tricky part. Its one that I worked hard on over many years! The butter is the shortening (my mom calls nearly every type of fat shortening and I follow her lead, natch!) Sorry, forgot to ask . Now to make dough: Heat the butter in the milk until almost completely melted. I just made the Runzas. I cant wait to try this recipe, so sauerkraut is on my shopping list for tomorrow. But Ill guess that you could shave quite a lot of time off the slow-cooker method, by cooking the filling in the pressure cooker. God bless. Thaw in fridge then oven, I presume? The Drover is open once again. And youre welcome. At first I thought the cup of butter is to swash the dough before baking but my dough is so dry and I wasnt even able to add all the flour your recipe asked for. What are the Runza places I thought. Bon Appetit! When you freeze Runzs do you let them rise after filling, before you freeze? Please confirm that this restaurant at this location is permanently closed 1/4 lb. Im going to find that group and see if they will let mea non Bohemianin. $1.00 Off Any Combo Meal Valid at Loveland As with the canned stuff, be careful to squeeze out most of the juice or youll end up with a juicy mess! When I cook I usually cook for an army, and following recipes is for some reason I am more of a dump and hope kinda cook. Egg bath. The Sehnerts, who run the bakery and restaurant in McCook, came to the Runza via a different path. Intend to try that next timewhich after reading this recipe with all the commentis likely to be tomorrow. Co-owner Donald Everett Jr. makes Runzas at the Runza location near the intersection of 105th and Pacific Streets in Omaha. I would return many times. Then, flip it over and itll look like this: Pretty, huh? Their version was most likely filled with meat, onions and cabbage, like the ones we know. Serve while hot. It is fantastic, and so is the writing along with it! It gives them the perfect finish without having to add the wheat flour. Original Runza Sandwich Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten 490 16 7 0.5 35 1280 64 5 8 19 Cheese Runza Sandwich Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten 550 21 9 0.5 35 1550 67 5 9 21 . (Note that in the filling I used 2 cups of sauerkraut, but no fresh cabbage, and added about 1-1/2 cups of diced mushrooms. Have you tried the new veggie Runzas?