Monday, October 27, 2008

Ham and Cheese Sandwich Loaf

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Mix in a bowl and let sit:
2 tbsp yeast
1/2 c warm water
1/2 tsp sugar

In bosch (or other mixer), mix the following:
3/4 c warm water
2 tbsp mustard
2 tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp butter
2 c flour

Add in yeast mixture. Mix and add 2 or so more cups of flour (slowly - I only used 1 1/2 when I did it). Knead in mixer for 5 minutes.
Roll out into a 12 x14 rectangle. Cut slits in the sides 1/3 of the way into the center (I cut 10 on each side). Lay deli shaved ham down the center - on the uncut portion. Lay cheddar cheese over the top of the ham. Start at one side and pull the dough slice over the ham/cheese to the other side, then do the same with the dough slice on the other side - you will make a braid. Tip: pinch the edges so the cheese doesn't ooze out during cooking.
Brush with egg white, then add sesame seeds to the top.
Set aside and let it raise until it's almost double in size.
Bake on 375* for 25 mins.
Enjoy!