Green Chile Cheddar Stuffed French Bread Recipe

How to Make Green Chile Cheddar Stuffed French Bread

1. In a large bowl, combine 2/3 cup (85g) all-purpose flour, 2 1/4 teaspoons RapidRise yeast, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt.
2. Gradually add 1/2 cup (120ml) warm water and 2 tablespoons olive oil to the flour mixture.
3. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping the bowl occasionally.
4. Stir in enough remaining all-purpose flour (about 1 1/3 cups, or 160g) to make a soft dough.
5. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes.
6. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.
7. Roll the dough into a 14 x 10-inch rectangle.
8. Evenly sprinkle the chile and cheddar filling (recipe below) over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
9. Gently pat down the filling.
10. Starting at the long end, tightly roll up the dough like a jelly roll.
11. Pinch the seam and ends to seal. Gently taper the ends by rolling them back and forth to create a 16-inch long roll.
12. Place the roll, seam-side down, on a greased baking sheet.
13. Cover and let rise in a warm place until almost doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
14. Brush the loaf with egg glaze (recipe below).
15. With a sharp knife, cut three 4-inch diagonal slits at the center of the loaf, deep enough to expose the filling.
16. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
17. Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the baking sheet.
18. Serve warm.
19. **Chile and Cheddar Filling:**
20. In a bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups (150g) shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup (70g) chopped green chiles (canned), 1/4 cup (30g) chopped green onions, and 1/4 cup (30g) chopped black olives.
21. Stir until well blended.
22. **Egg Glaze:**
23. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg white and 1 tablespoon water.