Combine:
1 T yeast
1 c warm water
1t sugar
Let these set until the yeast is proofed (bubbly).
Stir in:
1 egg, beaten
1/4c oil
1t salt
Add:
4-5 c flour
Stir in 3 cup of the flour beat well. Add in as much of the remaining flour as you can with the spoon. Then knead in remaining flour. Knead for about 8-10 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
Place in a greased bowl, cover and let rise until doubled (about 1 1/2 hours).
Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
Punch down dough and gently knead for 2 minutes. Split into 3 pieces and make into 15” ropes. Braid. Let rise 30 minutes. Brush loaf with milk and sprinkle with poppy seeds.
Bake at 425 for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
(recipe taken from The Secrets of Jesuit Breadmaking)
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Oh wow! This look incredible. I shall have to try something similar soon.