REUBEN BREAD

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Provided by Pa. Hiker

Time 1h10m

Yield 7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 1/4 cups flour
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 pkg)
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup warm water (120-130F)
1/4 cup thousand island dressing
6 ounces thinly sliced corned beef
4 ounces sliced swiss cheese
8 ounces drained sauerkraut
1 beaten egg white

Steps:

In a mixing bowl combine 2-1/4 cups flour, yeast, sugar, butter, and salt.
Stir in warm water until a soft dough is reach, adding only enough of the remaining flour as necessary.
Turn out onto a lightly floured surface, kneading until smooth.
Lightly grease a baking sheet and roll out the dough into a 14 x 10 in rectangle.
Spread the dressing on the center third of the dough.
Layer beef, cheese, and sauerkraut.
Slide the edges of the dough every 1 in on both sides of the filling.
Alternating sides fold the strips across the filling at an angle.
Cover and let rest in a warm place for 15 minutes while warming the over to 400°F.
Brush the top with the egg whites, then bake for 25 minutes, until lightly browned.