Cardamom Braids

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   In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm milk. Add 3/4 cup sugar, egg yolks, butter, cardamom, salt, 3 cups of flour and remaining warm milk; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.

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   Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/4 hours.

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   Punch dough down; divide into 6 pieces. Shape each piece into a 16-in. rope. Place 3 ropes on a greased

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   ; braid. Pinch ends firmly and tuck under. Repeat with remaining 3 ropes on another

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   . Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.

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   Brush braids with milk and sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake at 350u00b0 until golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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