2cupsshredded mild cheddar cheeseomit for dairy free
5large eggsuse divided
3tablespoonssugar
½cupwater
Instructions
In a large skillet, brown the ground sirloin over medium-high heat. Remove from the pan and set aside. Reduce heat to medium, add the pepper, onion, garlic, raisins, chili powder, and salt to the pan and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 8 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring for 1 minute. Add the ground beef back to the pan along with the almonds, olives, and canned tomatoes and chilies. Cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Let cool in the pan.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicon baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Chebe Focaccia Mix, oil, cheese (if using), 4 eggs, sugar, and water. Mix with a fork. Dump the mixture onto a clean work surface and knead until smooth, about 1 minute. Divide the dough into 2 equal portions. Place a piece of waxed or parchment paper on the work surface, place one portion of dough on top, cover with another piece of waxed or parchment paper, and roll into a rectangle 1/8 of an inch thick. Cut the dough into 3-inch circles using a cookie or biscuit cutter. Repeat with the remaining portion of dough. If needed, gather up the scraps and re-roll.
Beat the remaining egg and brush on the dough circles. Place a heaping tablespoon of the meat filling on the dough circles and fold the dough over forming a half circle. Press the edges together and brush with more beaten egg.