Buttery Onion Braid recipe

Source: The Pampered Chef

1 (1 pound) loaf frozen bread dough, thawed
6 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1 medium onion, minced
1 tablespoon poppy seeds

Heat oven to 400 degrees F.

Divide dough into thirds. Roll each section into a 36-inch rope.

Combine butter, onion, and poppy seeds in a large bowl. Dip each rope in mixture and place side by side on a large cookie sheet. Pinch 3 ropes together at one end. Braid ropes. Transfer completed braid to Deep Dish Baker. Shape into a circle, pinching ends together to seal. Pour any remaining butter mixture over top of braid. Cover with Baking Bowl and allow to rise in a warm place until doubled.

Bake 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees F and continue to bake for 20 minutes. Remove Baking Bowl and bake an additional 10 to 15 minutes until golden brown.

Yield: 1 pound loaf (10 servings)

Approximately 169 calories and 8 gram of fat per serving

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