Rueben Loaf

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups flour, yeast, sugar and salt.
2. 2
   Add warm water, mustard and butter; stir well.
3. 3
   Stir in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. 4
   When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 6 minutes.
5. 5
   Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.
6. 6
   On lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 10x15 rectangle.
7. 7
   Layer corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut in the center third of the rectangle.
8. 8
   Use a knife to make cuts from filling to dough edge, approximately 1 inches apart.
9. 9
   Folds strips across bread, alternating sides.
10. 10
    Cover loaf and let rise in a warm area for 45 minutes.
11. 11
    Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
12. 12
    Brush risen loaf with beaten egg.
13. 13
    Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, until golden brown.