Recipes > Croutes Find A Store Croutes You will describe these little pies as versatile and delicious. They are sensational served warm with your favorite cheese, sausage or vegetable filling. Yield 30 croutes Print Recipe Pin Recipe 0 Reviews Ingredients3 1/2 cups bread flour, divided1 (0.25oz) package (7g) or 2 1/4 teaspoons Red Star Active Dry Yeast2 tablespoons granulated sugar1 teaspoon salt1 cup water (120-130°F)1/2 cup butter (room temperature)1 large egg (beaten, for egg wash)Cheese fillingFilling for 15 croutes1 large egg1/2 cup ricotta cheese2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 teaspoons chopped parsley1 cup shredded mozzarella cheeseSausage and cheese fillingFilling for 15 croutes1/2 pound bulk pork sausage (browned and drained)3/4 cup grated Swiss cheese2 teaspoons prepared mustard1 tablespoon prepared horseradish InstructionsIn stand mixer bowl, add 1 cup flour, yeast, sugar and salt; mix well. Add warm water and butter to flour mixture. Using a paddle attachment, blend on low speed for 30 seconds; beat on medium speed for 4 minutes.Switch to dough hook attachment. Gradually stir in enough remaining flour to make a firm dough. Knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 to 7 minutes.(NOTE: For hand mixing: following above steps, mix ingredients in large mixing bowl using a wooden spoon or dough whisk. Knead on floured surface until smooth and elastic.)Place dough in lightly oiled bowl and turn to grease top. Cover; let rise until indentation remains after poking dough with finger down to second knuckle, about 1 hour.Prepare filling(s): add ingredients in large bowl(s), mix to combine. Set aside.Turn dough onto lightly floured surface; punch down to remove air bubbles. Divide dough into 6 equal parts. Divide each part into 5 pieces. Pat each piece into a 4-inch circle; place on greased cookie sheet. Spoon about 1 tablespoon filling on each circle. Fold the circle in half and seal edges by pressing with fingers, then with a fork. Brush tops with egg wash. Preheat oven to 400°F.Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from cookie sheet. Serve warm. NotesGet Bread Machine Method here. Photo by Dinners, Dishes and Desserts. Did you make this recipe? We want to see it! Tag @redstaryeast and use hashtag #redstaryeast
