BEEF 'N' BEAN BRAID

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From Hotchkiss Colorado, Val O'Connell makes a big impression when she brings this beautiful loaf to a potluck. The hearty filling makes each slice a satisfying treat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2/3 cup water
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the butter, sugar, salt, egg and 1-1/2 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. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic salt over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, water and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until thickened., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll into a 16x11-in. rectangle. Transfer to a greased 15x10-in. baking sheet. Spread beef mixture down center of dough; sprinkle with cheese. On each long side, cut 1-in.-wide strips about 1/2 in. from filling. Starting at one end, fold alternating strips at an angle across filling; seal ends. Cover and let rise until doubled, 30 minutes. , Brush egg over dough. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 696mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Randall Goodridge
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. It's a beautiful and delicious dish.


Laxman Pulamai
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This recipe is a bit too expensive for my taste. I had to use some cheaper ingredients to make it more affordable.


Maarij Shoaib
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I'm not a big fan of beef, so I substituted chicken in this recipe. It turned out great!


Rohan Lagary
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. I added some mashed potatoes to the filling and it turned out great.


Mulu Beyene
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The filling in this recipe was a bit too runny for my taste. I had to add some bread crumbs to thicken it up.


Nehma Kandeh
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I've never made a braid before, but this recipe made it easy. The step-by-step instructions were very helpful.


Alex Akash
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This recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices to the filling.


Eshraat Shafiq
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I'm a vegetarian, so I substituted tofu for the beef in this recipe. It turned out great!


Angela Strawn
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the beef and bean filling, and they don't even notice the vegetables.


Ramprit Kumar
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The instructions in this recipe were a bit confusing. I had to reread them several times before I was sure I understood what to do.


Aku Junisa
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I love the combination of beef and beans in this recipe. It's a hearty and satisfying dish.


Mebawondun Samuel
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish.


Quiin Lisa
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The bread was a bit dry for my taste, but the filling was delicious.


Mabel Agyeman
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great dish to serve for company.


Rashidul Manik Asib
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I'm allergic to beans, so I substituted lentils in this recipe. It turned out great!


Usha Bk
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beef. I always have a few pieces of steak or roast beef in my freezer, and this is a great way to use them up.


Naxifiss Nuhu
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The beef and bean filling was a bit too spicy for my taste, but the bread was delicious.


Labiqua Irfan
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems.


Patricia Hart
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The beef and bean filling was flavorful and the bread was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again.