Sausage And Pepper Braid Recipe

• 1 pound sweet Italian sausage, bulk or possibly casing removed
• 3/4 c. minced red pepper
• 1 1/4 c. hot water, 105-115 degrees F.
• 2 Packages active dry yeast
• 2 tbsp. sugar
• 3/4 - 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, in store
• 1/4 c. butter, softened
• 2 Large eggs, room temp. (1 for glaze - 1 in recipe)
• 4 1/4 c. all-purpose flour, about, I use bread flour
• 1 c. shredded Mozzarella cheese

Directions