Grandma's Cheese Braid

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This is truly a family favorite. My mother would make it whenever she came for a visit. It makes fabulous toast with lots of butter. It's also wonderful with blt's, or any sandwich, hot or cold. It is worth the effort!!

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Steps

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Mix 1 1 / 2 cups flour , salt , sugar and undissolved dry yeast in a large mixer bowl.

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Combine yogurt , water and butter in a saucepan.

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Heat over low heat until liquids are very warm.

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Gradually add yogurt mixture to dry ingredients in bowl and beat 2 minutes at medium speed of electric mixer , scraping bowl occasionally.

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Beat eggs.

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Reserve 1 t of beaten eggs for topping.

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Add remaining eggs , 1 cup flour , and 1 1 / 2 cups cheese to mixer bowl.

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Beat at high speed to make a stiff dough.

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Turn out on lightly floured board and knead until smooth and elastic , about 8 to 10 minutes.

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Place in a greased bowl , turning to grease top.

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Cover and let rise in a warm place free from drafts , until doubled in bulk , about an hour.

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Punch dough down.

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Turn onto a lightly floured board and divide in half.

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Divide each half into 3 equal pieces.

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Shape each piece into a 12 inch rope.

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Braid 3 ropes together.

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Pinch ends together to seal and place in a greased 9x5x3 inch loaf pan.

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Repeat with.

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Ingredients

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unsifted flour, salt, yeast, plain yogurt, water, butter, eggs, extra-sharp cheddar cheese, milk, sugar