Apple Pie Braid

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   Heat oven to 350 degrees F.

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   Melt margarine in large skillet on medium-high heat.

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   Add sugar and apples; cook 8 to 10 min.

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   or until apples are softened and sauce is thickened, stirring occasionally.

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   Divide dough for Cheddar Pie Crust in half; place half the dough on lightly floured surface.

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   Roll into 12x10-inch rectangle.

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   Spread half the cream cheese product down centre of pastry; then spoon half the apple mixture over cream cheese.

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   Use sharp knife to cut pastry on both sides of apple mixture into 1-inch-wide strips; fold alternately over apple mixture to resemble braid.

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   Fold over pastry at both ends of braid; press into braided pastry to seal.

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    Repeat with remaining ingredients to make second braid.

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    Place braids on large parchment-covered rimmed baking sheet.

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    Bake 25 to 30 min.

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    or until golden brown.

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    Transfer to wire racks; cool slightly.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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