Esfiha (Sfiha)

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F)
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk (warm)
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 egg
• 1 lb ground beef (or lamb for a more traditional flavor)
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, peeled and finely chopped
• 1/4 cup pine nuts (optional, but adds a nice texture)
• 1/2 teaspoon allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped