Challah(Jewish New Year Bread)

1. 1

   Combine water, sugar and yeast in a large mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Stir yeast to dissolve, then let stand until doubled.

3. 3

   Add egg, butter and salt to yeast mixture; whisk until well blended.

4. 4

   Whisk in 1 cup flour for 1 minute.

5. 5

   Gradually stir in remainder to make soft dough, about 1 1/2 cups more.

6. 6

   Knead dough on floured surface, using as much of the remaining flour as needed (to prevent stickiness) until smooth and elastic.

7. 7

   Place in a greased bowl; turn dough over to coat.

8. 8

   Let rise, covered, 40 minutes.

9. 9

   Punch dough down; divide into 3 balls, roll into ropes and braid.

10. 10

    Tuck ends under.

11. 11

    Place on a greased pan.

12. 12

    Let raise 20 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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