Beef And Bean Braid

Beef And Bean Braid


1. In large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water.

2. Add butter, sugar, salt, egg and 1 1/2 cups flour; beat until smooth.

3. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.

4. Turn onto floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes.

5. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.

6. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

7. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic salt over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.

8. Stir in the beans, water and seasonings; bring to a boil.

9. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until thickened.

10. Punch dough down.

11. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll into a 16-inch by 11-inch rectangle.

12. Transfer to a greased 15-inch by 10-inch baking sheet.

13. Spread beef mixture down center of dough; sprinkle with cheese.

14. On each long side, cut 1-inch wide strips about 1/2 inch from filling.

15. Starting at one end, fold alternating strips at an angle across filling; seal ends.

16. Cover and let rise until doubled, 30 minutes.

17. Brush egg over dough.

18. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

19. Remove to wire rack; let stand 5 minutes before slicing.

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