Grandma Nardi’S Italian Easter Bread Recipe

Name: Grandma Nardi’S Italian Easter Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large eggs; Assorted food coloring; 2/3 cup warm whole milk (70u00b0 to 80u00b0); 2 large eggs; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1-1/2 teaspoons salt; 3 cups bread flour; 1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1 large egg; 1 tablespoon water; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds or poppy seeds

Servings: persons

3 large eggs
Assorted food coloring
2/3 cup warm whole milk (70u00b0 to 80u00b0)
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3 cups bread flour
1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon sesame seeds or poppy seeds

1
Place three eggs in a single layer in a small saucepan; add enough cold water to cover by 1 in. Cover and quickly bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Let stand 15 minutes.
2
Rinse eggs in cold water and place in ice water until completely cooled. Drain; dye hard-boiled eggs with food coloring, following package directions. Let stand until completely dry.
3
In bread machine pan, place the first seven bread ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting. Check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1-2 tablespoons additional milk or flour if needed.
4
When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Punch down dough; divide into thirds. Roll each into a 15-in. rope. Place ropes on a greased
5
and braid. Shape into a ring. Pinch ends to seal. Lightly coat dyed eggs with oil; arrange on braid, tucking them carefully between ropes. For egg wash, whisk egg with water. Brush over dough; sprinkle with sesame seeds.
6
Cover with a kitchen towel; let rise in a warm place until almost doubled, about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
7
Bake 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to a wire rack to cool. Refrigerate leftovers.

698

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large eggs, Assorted food coloring, 2/3 cup warm whole milk (70u00b0 to 80u00b0), 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Grandma Nardi’S Italian Easter Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Grandma Nardi’S Italian Easter Bread

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