Make Kolache Dough

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1. Combine the warmed milk, sugar and yeast in a large mixing bowl. Let proof for 5 minutes until bubbly.
2. Stir in the butter and eggs.
3. Combine the flour and salt and add to the wet ingredients. Stir until combined. Using a kneading hook on a stand mixer, knead for 7 minutes.
4. (Alternate directions If you don't have a mixer with kneading hook): If you want to knead by hand, do not flour the surface you want to work on. Lift the dough and slap down, then fold the dough over. Slide under the middle of the dough and lift. Slap back down on the surfand and fold in half. Repeat for 10 minutes until the dough becomes smoother and more elastic.
5. Form a ball and place in a bowl. Cover loosely with a towel and place in a warm spot and allow it to double in size. This will take approximately an hour.
6. Punch the dough down then roll into a large rectangle. Cut the dough down the middle, then cut each side into 6 pieces.

Make The Kolaches

1. Roll out a piece of the dough into a rectangular shape.
2. Lay a piece of cheese on one end of the dough, place a couple slices of jalapeños on top of the cheese, then add a sausage.
3. Carefully roll up the dough, pinching the edge to close well.
4. Place the uncooked kolaches seam side down on a cookie sheet that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
5. Repeat with the remaining dough pieces. Allow the kolaches to rise for another 30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 350° F.

Make The Egg Wash

1. Combine the egg and water and brush gently over the kolaches. Add a slice or two of jalapeno on top.

Bake The Kolaches

1. Bake in a preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes until golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.