Beef ‘N’ Cheese Braid Recipe

Name: Beef ‘N’ Cheese Braid
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast; 3/4 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0); 1/4 cup butter, divided; 2-3/4 to 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 egg; 1/2 cup shredded dried beef; 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese; 1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil

Servings: persons

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0)
1/4 cup butter, divided
2-3/4 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1/2 cup shredded dried beef
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil

1
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Soften 2 tablespoons butter; add to yeast mixture with 1-1/2 cups flour, sugar, salt and egg; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to make a soft dough.
2
Turn out onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
3
In a small bowl, combine the beef, cheese and basil; set aside. Punch dough down. Roll into a 12-in. x 9-in. rectangle. Cut dough lengthwise into three 12-in. x 3-in. strips. Melt remaining butter; brush some over strips.
4
Divide beef mixture in thirds and sprinkle down the center of each strip. Bring lengthwise edges together and pinch to seal, forming a rope. Place on a greased
5
, seam side down. Secure one end and braid the ropes together; secure other end. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes.
6
Brush with remaining melted butter. Bake at 375u00b0 for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Slice and serve warm.

471

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast, 3/4 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0), 1/4 cup butter, divided, 2-3/4 to 3 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Beef ‘N’ Cheese Braid falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Beef ‘N’ Cheese Braid

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