Honey Challah

1. 1

   Combine the flours in large bowl; remove 1 cup and set aside.

2. 2

   Add yeast and salt to remaining flour in bowl.

3. 3

   Combine the water, honey and butter in medium bowl; stir until butter melts.

4. 4

   Stir the warm liquids into the flour mixture; add the eggs.

5. 5

   Knead the dough on a lightly-floured board for 7 to 10 minutes, adding as much of the reserved flour as necessary to form a smooth, elastic dough.

6. 6

   Cover the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Halve the dough and shape it into balls.

8. 8

   Place them on greased cookie sheets.

9. 9

   Cover; let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place until they have doubled in size.

10. 10

    Brush the loaves with the glaze made by beating 1 egg yolk with 1 teaspoon of water.

11. 11

    Sprinkle the tops of the loaves with poppy or sesame seeds.

12. 12

    Bake at 350F for 45 to 55 minutes or until brown.

13. 13

    Remove from pan and cool on wire rack.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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