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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 35 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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This bread draws raves whenever I make it! It is a family favorite! Ingredients:
4 1/4 cups all-purpose flour |
3 tablespoons white sugar |
2 (.25 ounce) packages instant yeast |
1 1/2 teaspoons salt |
1 teaspoon dried marjoram |
1 teaspoon dried thyme |
1 teaspoon dried rosemary |
3/4 cup milk |
1/2 cup water |
1/4 cup butter |
1 egg |
1 tablespoon butter, melted |
Directions:
1. In large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups flour, sugar, undissolved yeast, salt, and herbs.
2. Heat milk, water, and 1/4 cup butter until very warm (120-130 degrees F); stir into dry ingredients. Stir in egg and enough remaining flour to make soft dough.
3. Knead on lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 4-6 minutes. Cover; let rest on floured surface 10 minutes.
4. Divide dough into 3 equal pieces. Roll each piece to 30 inch rope. Braid ropes; pinch ends to seal. Tie knot in center of braid; wrap ends around knot, in opposite directions, and tuck under to make round loaf. Place on greased baking sheet. Cover; let rise in warm, draft-free place until doubles in size, about 20 to 40 minutes.
5. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for about 30 to 35 minutes or until done, covering with foil during last 10 minutes of baking to prevent excess browning. Melt remaining butter; brush over loaf. Sprinkle with additional herbs, if desired. Remove from sheet; let cool on wire rack.
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