Challah Bread

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm water
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 2 eggs, plus 1 for egg wash
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 4 cups bread flour
• 1 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1. 1Stir yeast and sugar into warm water; let sit until foamy.
2. 2Whisk in 2 eggs and oil.
3. 3Stir in flour and salt, then knead 8-10 minutes until smooth.
4. 4Let rise 1 hour, until doubled.
5. 5Divide into 3 ropes and braid, then place on a baking sheet and let rise 45 minutes.
6. 6Brush with beaten egg and bake at 375°F for 28-30 minutes, until deep golden.

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