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Golden Sesame Braid

Our daughter won a blue ribbon at the state fair when she submitted this delicious bread. People always comment on the crisp crust and tender inside.

32 ServingsPrep: 25 min. + rising Bake: 30 min.

Ingredients

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1-1/2 cups warm milk (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup shortening
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon salt
4 eggs
7 to 8 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cold water
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Directions

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk,
shortening, sugar, salt, 3 eggs and 4 cups flour. Beat until smooth.
Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
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.
Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide in
half. Divide each portion into thirds. Shape each piece into a
12-in. rope. Place three ropes on a greased baking pan; braid. Pinch
ends to seal and tuck under. Repeat with remaining dough. Cover and
let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
Beat remaining egg and cold water; brush over braids. Sprinkle with

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Golden Sesame Braid (continued)

Directions (continued)

sesame seeds. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden
brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. Yield: 2 loaves.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 slice) equals 139 calories, 3 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 28 mg cholesterol, 236 mg sodium, 23 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 4 g protein.