A Unique and Delicious Braided Bread |
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Prep Time: 120 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes |
Ready In: 165 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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I got this from my relative a few years ago and now everyone loves it! Ingredients:
1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast |
1 teaspoon honey |
1 cup lukewarm milk |
4 tablespoons butter, melted |
3 cups flour |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 egg, lightly beaten |
1 egg yolk, beaten with |
1 teaspoon milk, for glazing |
Directions:
1. Combine the yeast, honey, milk, and butter, stir, and leave for 15 mintues to dissolve.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and egg. With a wooden spoon, stir from the center, incorporating flour with each turn, to obtain a rough dough.
3. Transfer to a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic. Place in a clean bowl, cover, and leave to rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 1/2 hours.
4. Grease a baking sheet. Punch down the dough and divide into three equal pieces. Roll to shape each piece into a long thin strip.
5. Begin braiding from the center strip, tucking in the ends. Cover loosely and leave to rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 375*F. Place the bread in a cool place while oven heaats. Brush with the glaze and bake until golden, 40 to 45 minutes. Set on a rack to cool completely.
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