Challah Bread

1 ½ c. milk (brought to a scald-180°)

1 cube butter

1 ½ c. warm water

1 T yeast

½ c. sugar

2 eggs slightly beaten

6-8 c. flour

 

Remove milk from heat and add a cube of butter. Allow to cool.

 

Add milk/butter to mixer, add water, yeast, sugar, eggs, and 3 cups flour. Allow to sit 20 min.

 

Add salt and remaining flour. Let rise until doubled. Make four-strand braid for each loaf. Look up on You Tube how to braid. Brush with egg wash.

 

*Makes 3 loaves.

 

Bake at 350° for 20-30 minutes.

 

 

To braid: 

4 over 2

1 over 3

2 over 3