Halloween: Skeleton Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Thaw and let bread rise according to manufacturer's instructions.
2. 2
   Punch down dough; divide in half.
3. 3
   Set 1 half aside.
4. 4
   Cut remaining half into thirds.
5. 5
   With 1 of the thirds, form head shaped like a light bulb.
6. 6
   With scissors, cut eyes, nose and mouth.
7. 7
   Place head at end of greased 17x11 inch rimmed baking sheet.
8. 8
   Shape second third into 3 inch long triangle; place, point down, below head to form body.
9. 9
   Divide remaining third of dough into 7 pieces; roll into sausages.
10. 10
    Arrange 3 on each side of upper body for ribs.
11. 11
    Use remaining piece for neck.
12. 12
    Halve reserved dough.
13. 13
    With 1 half, make 4 logs for upper and lower legs; attach to body.
14. 14
    With two-thirds of the remaining dough, make 4 logs for upper and lower arms; attach at shoulders.
15. 15
    With remaining dough, make 2 small and 2 large triangles for hands and feet.
16. 16
    With scissors, make 4 cuts at broad ends of triangles for fingers and toes; attach to arms and legs.
17. 17
    Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
18. 18
    Whisk egg with water; brush some over joints, pressing to seal.
19. 19
    Brush entire skeleton with remaining egg wash; sprinkle with poppy seeds.
20. 20
    Bake in 375/190 oven for about 15 minutes or until golden.