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Cheese Pizza Butter Braid Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 package of frozen bread dough, thawed
- 1 cup of pizza sauce
- 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup of melted butter

Special equipment needed:
- Rolling pin
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Roll out the thawed bread dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangular shape.
3. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
4. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and chopped basil over the sauce.
5. Starting at one of the long sides, roll the dough tightly into a log.
6. Place the log on a parchment-lined baking sheet, seam-side down.
7. Brush the melted butter over the top of the log.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Let the bread cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
6-8 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 350
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Protein: 18g
Sodium: 800mg

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of pizza sauce, you can use marinara sauce or tomato sauce.
- Instead of mozzarella cheese, you can use any other type of cheese that melts well, such as cheddar or provolone.
- Instead of Parmesan cheese, you can use Romano cheese or Asiago cheese.
- Instead of fresh basil, you can use dried basil or any other fresh herb, such as oregano or thyme.

Variations:
- Add your favorite pizza toppings, such as pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
- Use a different type of bread dough, such as whole wheat or sourdough.
- Make a sweet version by filling the bread dough with Nutella and chopped nuts.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the bread dough is completely thawed before rolling it out.
- Use a sharp knife or kitchen scissors to cut the log into slices.
- Serve the Cheese Pizza Butter Braid with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

Storage instructions:
Store any leftover Cheese Pizza Butter Braid in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
To reheat the Cheese Pizza Butter Braid, place it on a baking sheet and bake in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the Cheese Pizza Butter Braid on a large platter with extra pizza sauce and fresh basil leaves for garnish.

Garnishes:
Fresh basil leaves

Pairings:
Serve the Cheese Pizza Butter Braid with a side salad or garlic bread.

Suggested side dishes:
Side salad or garlic bread

Troubleshooting advice:
If the bread dough is too sticky, add more flour to the surface and knead it in.

Food safety advice:
Make sure the Cheese Pizza Butter Braid is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
Pizza has been around since ancient times, but the modern pizza as we know it today originated in Naples, Italy in the late 1800s.

Flavor profiles:
Savory, cheesy, and slightly tangy.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the Cheese Pizza Butter Braid as a main dish for dinner or as an appetizer for a party.

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Taste: Savory, Cheesy, Buttery, Rich, Tasty