Italian Hero Braid

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400u00b0. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook and crumble Italian sausage until no longer pink, 4-6 minutes; drain.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, dissolve yeast in warm water. In another bowl, combine 1-1/2 cups flour and butter; add yeast mixture. Beat on medium speed until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.

3. 3

   Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll into a 13x10-in. rectangle. Transfer to a parchment paper-lined

4. 4

   . Layer cheese and salami slices down center of rectangle; top with crumbled sausage and shredded cheddar. On each long side, cut 1-in.-wide strips about 2 in. into the center. Starting at one end, fold alternating strips at an angle across filling. Pinch both ends to seal.

5. 5

   Whisk egg white; brush over pastry. Bake until golden brown, 25-30 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.