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Sesame Onion Braid

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°), divided
1 cup warm sour cream (110° to 115°)
3 eggs
1 envelope onion soup mix
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
6-1/2 to 6-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cold water
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
CARAMELIZED ONION BUTTER:
1 tablespoon diced onion
6 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
1 garlic clove, minced
1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh parsley

In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/4 cup warm water; let stand for 5

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minutes. Add sour cream, 2 eggs, onion soup mix, butter, sugar, salt, baking soda
and remaining warm water; mix well. Stir in enough flour to form a soft dough.
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes.
Place dough 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 into six portions. Shape each into a 15-in. rope. Place
three ropes on a greased baking sheet; braid. Pinch ends to seal; tuck under.
Repeat. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. Beat cold water and
remaining egg; brush over dough. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake at 350°
for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. In large skillet, saute onion in 1
tablespoon butter until golden brown. Add garlic; cook 1-2 minutes longer or
until golden. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, onion mixture,
parsley and remaining butter until creamy. Serve with bread.

Yield: 2 loaves (2/3 cup butter).