Three-Cheese Twist Bread

Dough:
2 3/4 to 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 package rapid rise yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1 egg

Filling:
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded Swiss cheese
1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated Parmesan cheese

Dough: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, undissolved yeast, and
salt. Heat milk, water, and oil until very warm (about 120 to 130
degrees); stir into dry ingredients. Stir in egg and enough remaining
flour to make soft dough. Knead on lightly floured surface until
smooth and elastic about 4 to 6 minutes. Cover; let rest 10 minutes.

To Shape and Fill: Roll dough into 18 X 12-in rectangle. Evenly
sprinkle cheese to within 1/2 inch of edges. Beginning at long end,
roll up tightly; pinch seam to seal. Place seam side down, on a
greased large baking sheet. With sharp knife, cut lengthwise down
center of roll about 1 inch deep to within 1/2 inch from ends.
Keeping cut side on top, form the roll into and S shape. Tuck both
ends under center of S to form a figure 8, pinch dough together to
join. Cover, let rise in warm, draft-free place until doubled in
size, about 30 to 45 minutes. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 40
minutes or until done, covering with aluminum foil after 25 minutes
to prevent excess browning. Remove from pan; cool on wire rack.

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