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Squash Braid

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
2 tablespoons warm water (110° to 115°)
1 cup mashed cooked butternut squash
1/3 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 egg
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
GLAZE:
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon water

In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in water. In a mixing bowl, combine

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Squash Braid cont.

squash, milk, butter, egg, brown sugar and salt; mix well. Add yeast
mixture and 1-1/2 cups flour; mix well. Add 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. Divide into thirds; roll each third
into a 18-in. rope. Place on a greased baking sheet. Braid ropes
together; pinch ends. Cover and let rise until nearly doubled, about
30 minutes. Combine glaze ingredients; brush over braid. Bake at
350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan and
cool on a wire rack.

Yield: 1 loaf.