HAM AND SWISS DIJON BRAID

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This is incredibly yummy!!! It's a dijon flavored bread braided over layers of ham, swiss and dill pickle. It's a great party bread-beautiful and different.

Provided by Kaarin

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups flour, divided
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
1/4 cup Dijon mustard (I like Grey Poupon made with white wine)
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons active dry yeast
1 lb thinly sliced deli ham
2 cups shredded swiss cheese (8 oz)
1/2 cup chopped dill pickle
1 egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Combine 3 cups flour, sugar and salt in a mixing bowl.
  • In a small saucepan heat water, Dijon mustard, and butter to 120-130 degrees.
  • Stir yeast into liquid.
  • Let set 5-10 minutes until yeast is foamy.
  • Add liquid to dry ingredients.
  • Stir in remaining 1 cup flour to form a stiff yet pliable dough.
  • Knead 6-8 minutes (I use my kitchenaid dough hook for about 4 minutes).
  • Roll into a 12x14 inch rectangle on a greased baking sheet.
  • Layer 1/2 lb of ham over the dough.
  • Top with the cheese.
  • Add the pickle.
  • Arrange the remaining 1/2 lb of ham on top.
  • Starting on a long side, cut 1 inch wide strips about 3 inches long toward the center (A kitchen shears or sharp knife works well).
  • Repeat on the other long side.
  • Starting at one end, fold strips at an angle across filling, alternating sides, tucking ends under next strip.
  • Pinch ends to seal.
  • Cover with a cloth and let rise for 15-20 minutes.
  • Brush with the egg.
  • Bake at 375 degrees for 30-35 minutes.
  • Serve warm with Dijon mustard.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.2, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 70.5, Sodium 913.3, Carbohydrate 45.1, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 3.1, Protein 20.5

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