Sausage Turnovers Recipe

Directions:

1. In a medium bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let stand until it begins to foam, about 5-10 minutes.
2. Stir parmesan, oil, salt and pepper into yeast mixture. Using an electric mixer set on low speed, beat in flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until soft dough forms.
3. On a floured surface, knead dough until smooth and elastic, 5-10 minutes, adding more flour to prevent sticking. Place dough in a large greased bowl, turning to coat. Cover loosely with a damp cloth; let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 40 minutes.
4. In a skillet, cook sausage over medium heat, stirring, until browned. Drain on paper towels. In a large bowl, combine sausage, bread crumbs, egg, Parmesan, parsley and thyme; mix well.
5. Grease 2 baking sheets. Punch down dough. On a floured surface, using a floured rolling pin, roll dough to 1/8-inch thickness. Using a knife, cut dough in squares and circles.
6. Spoon filling into center of each dough piece.
7. Brush edges with water. Fold dough to form packets. Place on baking sheets. Cover loosely; let rise 25 minutes.
8. Preheat oven to 350°F Brush turnovers with egg. Sprinkle with Parmesan. Bake about 12-15 minutes.