Italian Appetizer Bread

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350F.

2. 2

   Stir together butter, garlic and Dijon mustard, in small bowl.

3. 3

   Roll out bread dough on lightly floured surface to 12-inch square.

4. 4

   Place on lightly buttered cookie sheet.

5. 5

   Brush with butter mixture.

6. 6

   Layer salami, cheese, olives and onions in 3-inch strip down center of dough to within 1/2-inch of top and bottom, leaving 4-1/2 inches of dough on each side of filling.

7. 7

   Cut eight 3-inch strips, 1 inch apart, along both sides of filling.

8. 8

   Fold strips across filling at an angle, alternating sides to give a braided effect.

9. 9

   Pinch dough at bottom and top to seal.

10. 10

    Combine egg and water in small bowl; brush over braid.

11. 11

    Sprinkle with poppy seeds, if desired.

12. 12

    Cover; let rise in warm place until almost double in size (30-45 minutes).

13. 13

    Bake for 25-35 minutes until golden brown.

14. 14

    Remove from cookie sheet; cool 10 minutes.

15. 15

    Cut into slices.

16. 16

    Enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.