Crisp Poppy and Sesame Lavash

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   In the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with a dough hook, dissolve the yeast in the water.

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   Stir in 2 cups of the flour and the honey and brown sugar.

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   Beat on medium speed for 1 minute.

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   Cover with a kitchen towel and let stand for 1 hour.

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   On low speed, gradually beat the remaining 1 1/4 cups of flour and the salt into the sponge.

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   Knead the dough at medium speed for 5 minutes.

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   Cover and let stand at room temperature until doubled in bulk, about 2 hours.

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   Preheat the oven to 475.

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   Lightly oil 3 large baking sheets.

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    In a small bowl, combine the poppy seeds and sesame seeds.

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    Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and shape into a log.

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    Cut the dough into 6 equal pieces.

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    Working with 1 piece at a time and keeping the rest covered and refrigerated, on a lightly floured work surface, roll out the dough round to a 14-by-9-inch rectangle; if the dough seems too elastic, let it relax for a minute.

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    Transfer the rectangle to an oiled baking sheet, brush lightly with the beaten egg and sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons of the seeds.

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    Bake the lavash in the upper third of the oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until crisp and golden brown in patches.

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    Slide the lavash onto a rack and let cool completely.

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    Meanwhile, roll out and bake the remaining lavash, oiling the baking sheets as necessary.

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    Serve the lavash, breaking it into pieces at the table.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.