Pogaco-Stuffed

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast and the sugar in the warm water and let stand for 10 minutes covered until frothy.
2. 2
   Stir in the 1/4 cup of flour in and let stand 1 hour.
3. 3
   (go and get a cup of tea now:).
4. 4
   In a large plastic bowl or on a clean surface mix all the ingredients until the dough becomes together and form a ball.
5. 5
   The dough will be very soft but it will not stick to your hands.
6. 6
   Let it stand for for 20 minutes covered with plastic wrap.
7. 7
   Mix all ingredient for the filling.
8. 8
   On a lightly floured surface divide the dough into 14 equal pieces, shape each into a ball by kneading and let it rest for 15 minutes under a towel.
9. 9
   Press each ball into a 3 1/2-inch circle and put a small amount of filling on one half of the circle and fold it over to cover.
10. 10
    Place them on a greased baking pan.
11. 11
    Preheat oven to 375F.
12. 12
    Mix egg yolk with cream or milk and brush on the pastries.
13. 13
    Bake 25 to 30 minutes.