Cocktail Knishes

Description

 * Makes 30 appetizers and about 2¾ cups of filling

Ingredients

 * 1½ cups all-purpose flour
 * ½ cup whole wheat flour
 * 1 teaspoon baking powder
 * ½ teaspoon salt
 * 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
 * 3 tablespoons water
 * 2 eggs, lightly beaten

Rice filling

 * 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
 * 1 cup chopped onion
 * 3 cups cooked brown rice
 * 1 egg, lightly beaten
 * ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
 * 1½ teaspoons cracked black pepper
 * ½ teaspoon salt

Directions

 * 1) Combine all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder and salt in large bowl; make well in center.
 * 2) Add oil, water and eggs.
 * 3) Mix well with wooden spoon until smooth.
 * 4) Knead on floured board until smooth.
 * 5) Place dough in greased bowl.
 * 6) Cover; let stand 1 hour.
 * 7) Divide dough in thirds.
 * 8) Roll one-third of dough into 10x4-inch rectangle.
 * 9) Mound one-third of rice filling along long edge, about 1-inch high.
 * 10) Roll like a jelly roll, starting with the long side.
 * 11) Pinch ends together to seal; place seam side down on greased baking sheet.
 * 12) Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
 * 13) Bake at 375°F for 35 to 40 minutes or until browned.
 * 14) Brush with beaten egg white mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water during last 5 minutes of baking time, if desired.
 * 15) Slice into 1-inch pieces with sharp knife.

Rice filling

 * 1) Heat oil in large skillet.
 * 2) Add onion and saute until browned.
 * 3) Remove from heat; stir in rice, egg, parsley, black pepper and salt.