Sesame Onion Braid
Sesame Onion Braid might be just the hor d'oeuvre you are searching for. This recipe serves 32. One serving contains 145 calories, 4g of protein, and 5g of fat. A mixture of eggs, flour, garlic clove, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so flavorful. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine 5 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat the sour cream, and 1/4 cup water to 120°-130°; add to dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
Add 2 eggs, soup mix, butter, baking soda. remaining warm water and 1/2 cup flour; beat 2 minutes longer. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a firm dough.
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes.
Place dough 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. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into six portions. Shape each into a 15-in. rope.
Place three ropes on a greased baking sheet; braid. Pinch ends to seal; tuck under. Repeat. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
Beat egg and cold water; brush over dough.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
In large skillet, saute onion in 1 tablespoon butter until golden brown.
Add garlic; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until garlic is tender.
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, onion mixture, parsley and remaining butter until creamy.