Submitted by Bruce K.

Spinach Cheese Bread Recipe: Makes 1 loaf

Ingredients

  • 1 (10-ounce) packaged frozen chopped spinach thawed
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • 2 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 envelope active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 egg white
  • 1 egg white

Method

Drain spinach; squeeze dry. Combine with 2 eggs, feta cheese, oregano and garlic in a large bowl. Stir together and set aside. In another bowl combine 1 cup of flour, sugar and salt. In a saucepan add the water and butter. Heat to a temperature of 110 degrees. Pour into a bowl. Add the yeast and stir. Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture. Mix for 2 minutes. Add 1/2 cup of flour at a time and mix for 2 minutes each time. Pour out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 4 - 6 minutes. Roll out dough into a 10 by 14 inch rectangle. Place on a greased cookie sheet. Spread spinach filling don the center third of the rectangle. Cut 1 inch strips from outer edge to filling on both sides. Fold strips alternately over filling to resemble a braid. Cover with plastic wrap for 15 minutes. Brush with beaten egg white, sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake in a 400 degree oven for 25 minutes or till golden brown. Cool slightly before cutting.