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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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From Hotchkiss Colorado, Val O'Connell makes a big impression when she brings this beautiful loaf to a potluck. The hearty filling makes each slice a satisfying treat. Ingredients:
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast |
3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°) |
2 tablespoons butter, melted |
1 tablespoon sugar |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1 egg |
2 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
filling: |
1 pound ground beef |
1 medium onion, chopped |
1 teaspoon garlic salt |
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained |
2/3 cup water |
2 tablespoons chili powder |
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin |
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper |
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese |
1 egg, lightly beaten |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the butter, sugar, salt, egg and 1-1/2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
2. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
3. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic salt over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, water and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until thickened.
4. Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll into a 16-in. x 11-in. rectangle. Transfer to a greased 15-in. x 10-in. baking sheet. Spread beef mixture down center of dough; sprinkle with cheese. On each long side, cut 1-in.-wide strips about 1/2 in. from filling. Starting at one end, fold alternating strips at an angle across filling; seal ends. Cover and let rise until doubled, 30 minutes.
5. Brush egg over dough. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing. Yield: 6-8 servings.
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