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Braided Sandwich Ring

Braided Sandwich Ring
It could be called a hero, a submarine, a grinder, a hoagie or a poor boy because it is a huge sandwich heaped with layers of meats, cheeses, tomatoes, lettuce, etc. However, because of the braided circle, it is much more attractive than any other of the same type sandwich. A beautiful way to serve a sandwich to a group.
Yield 1 braided ring, serves 12-18
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Ingredients

Dough

  • 4 cups bread flour
  • 1 (0.25oz) package (7g) or 2 1/4 teaspoons Red Star Active Dry Yeast
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon table salt
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Cornmeal, for dusting pan (optional)
  • Egg wash: 1 egg plus 1 tablespoon milk (whisk together)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame or poppy seeds (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  • In stand mixer bowl, add 2 cups flour, yeast, sugar and salt; mix well. In saucepan or microwave-safe dish, heat buttermilk to 120-130°F. Add warm buttermilk and oil to flour mixture. Using a paddle attachment, blend on low speed for 30 seconds. Add egg; beat on medium speed for 4 minutes.
  • Switch to dough hook attachment. Gradually stir in enough remaining flour to make a firm dough. Knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 to 7 minutes.
    (NOTE: For hand mixing: following above steps, mix ingredients in large mixing bowl using a wooden spoon or dough whisk. Knead on floured surface until smooth and elastic.)
  • Place dough in lightly oiled bowl and turn to grease top. Cover; let rise until indentation remains after poking dough with finger down to second knuckle, about 1 hour.
  • Punch down dough. Divide into three equal parts. On lightly floured surface, roll each third to a 24-inch rope. On greased cookie sheet lightly sprinkled with cornmeal, loosely braid ropes from center to ends. Shape into a circle; fasten ends by pinching dough together. Cover; let rise until indentation remains after touching.
  • Make egg wash: whisk together egg and milk. Gently brush over risen dough. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Bake for 25 to 35 minutes until golden brown; cool on wire rack.

Assemble sandwich ring

  • Using a bread knife, slice ring in half crosswise to create a large sandwich. Spread bottom section with mayonnaise; arrange filling ingredients on top of mayonnaise. Spread top section with Dijon mustard; place on top of filling. Slice into serving portions.
  • Suggested Filling: mayonnaise, thinly sliced deli meats (ham, roast beef, prosciutto, salami), sliced cheeses (brick, mozzarella, Swiss), leaf lettuce, sliced tomatoes, sliced onion rings, sliced black olives, Dijon mustard.

Notes

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Photo by Fake Ginger.

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Review & Comments

Linda K Ladman | Reply

How long can you leave bread flour in the freezer? I have some that has been in there probably 3 years and is sealed in a plastic container with tight lid?

Red Star Yeast | Reply

Hi Linda – I would suggest asking the flour manufacturer for their recommendations.
Happy baking!

Nicole | Reply

If it didn’t rise that much the first rise should I just wait longer and see if it will with a little more time?

Red Star Yeast | Reply

Hi Nicole – Yes, give it a little more time. Rise times can vary depending on many factors. If you have additional questions or like us to help you troubleshoot, please contact us here: https://redstaryeast.com/contact-us/.
Happy baking!

Debra | Reply

I’m using this dough recipe to make a sausage braid by rolling dough into three strips and stuffing them with sausage mixture, then braiding the three to make one braided loaf. I have made this before and had the recipe on hand but lost it. This dough seems to be the closest I’ve ever found. Can’t wait to try it.

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