Cheese Bread

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl, combine the yeast, warm water, sugar, salt and 1-1/2 cups flour; beat well with an electric hand mixer.
2. 2
   By hand, add in the egg, cheese, caraway seed and dry onion, and as much of the remaining flour as needed to make a soft dough.
3. 3
   Knead on a floured surface or in a heavy-duty stand mixer for about 8-10 minutes.
4. 4
   Transfer to a greased bowl; cover and let rise until doubled (about 1 hour and 15-20 minutes, could take more or less time).
5. 5
   Punch down dough.
6. 6
   Remove from bowl onto lightly floured board; cut into 2 strips, and twist.
7. 7
   Transfer to a slightly greased cookie sheet; tuck in ends of dough slightly.
8. 8
   Cover with a clean tea towel, and let rise until double in bulk.
9. 9
   If desired mix one egg white with 1 teaspoon cold water, brush on bread then sprinkle with, dryed onion, caraway seeds or sesame seeds before baking.
10. 10
    Bake at 350 degrees (convection oven preferably) for 30 minutes.