Porch Supper Braids

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Ingredients

  • 1 pkg. yeast
  • 1/4 c. water, lukewarm
  • 1/4 c. margarine or soft butter
  • 3 Tbsp. sugar
  • 3/4 c. milk, scalded
  • 1 egg
  • 3 1/2 c. flour, sifted
  • poppy or sesame seed

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in water.
  2. In a large bowl combine margarine, sugar, salt, and milk.
  3. Let sit until the mixture is warm, not hot.
  4. Add egg, well beaten.
  5. Then add the yeast mixture. GRADUALLY blend in sifted flour.
  6. Cover and let stand for ten minutes.
  7. For five to seven minutes, knead dough on a lightly floured board until smooth.
  8. Place in a greased bowl and cover. Let rise in a warm place until dough doubles in bulk.
  9. Allow 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  10. Next, place dough on a floured board.
  11. Divide dough into twelve pieces.
  12. Pat each piece into a rectangle, 4 x 3 inches.
  13. Vertically cut into three strips.
  14. Braid, sealing ends. Place on greased pan.
  15. Brush tops of braids with beaten egg or cream.
  16. Sprinkle with poppy or sesame seeds.
  17. Let rise in a warm place until size doubles (approximately 30 to 40 minutes).
  18. Bake at 400 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

546 kcal 27% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12.5g 25% DV
Total Fat 25.1g 32% DV
Carbs 69g 25% DV
Fiber 3.5g 13% DV
Sugar 12g 24% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10851.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 818.5mg 17% DV
Cholesterol 66mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 62.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13mg 14% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 195.3mg 15% DV
Iron 4.4mg 25% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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