Onion Lover's Twist

1 package dry yeast
¼ cup warm water
4 cups flour
½ cup butter or margarine, melted
½ cup milk
½ cup hot water
¼ cup sugar
1 ½ teaspoon salt
1 egg, beaten

Filling:
1 cup onion, finely chopped (or ¼ cup dried onion)
¼ cup butter, melted
4 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon paprika

Add*: ½ to ¾ cup cheddar cheese

In large mixing bowl, mix yeast and ¼ cup warm water. Let stand 10 minutes. Stir in 2 cups flour, melted butter, milk, ½ cup hot water, sugar, salt and egg. Blend at low speed until moistened. Beat 2 minutes at medium speed. Stir in remaining flour. Cover and let rise in warm place until double in bulk (about 1 hour). While dough is rising, mix all filling ingredients. Set aside. Stir down dough. Toss on floured surface until dough is no longer sticky. Roll to a 12” x 18” rectangle. Cut lengthwise into three 4” x 18” strips. Spread on filling. Starting with 18” side, roll each strip around filling. Seal edges and ends. Place strips on the braid whenever possible. Cover and let rise in warm place until double in size. *Before baking, sprinkle sesame or poppy seeds on top. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes (until golden brown). Yield: 1 large loaf (or 2 small loaves).