Cheese Bread Braid

1 . Stage

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2 . Stage

Rub bread dough with olive oil on all sides and place between 2 pieces of parchment paper. Roll dough into an 8x12-inch rectangle.

3 . Stage

Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, make 7 cuts on a slight angle down towards the middle of the dough. Repeat on the other side, leaving about 4 inches in the middle for the filling.

4 . Stage

Mix together mozzarella cheese, butter, oregano, and garlic salt in a bowl for the filling. Spread filling down along the middle of the dough.

5 . Stage

Starting at the bottom, take the right strip and gently pull up towards the middle; then take the left and pinch together with the folded right strip. Repeat with all the dough strips.

6 . Stage

Brush braid with beaten egg and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and coarse salt. Transfer braid onto the prepared baking sheet.

7 . Stage

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.