Ingredients
2 package dry yeast
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup warm water
1/2 cup melted butter
2 whole eggs plus 3 egg yolks
1 tsp salt
4 1/2 cup unbleached white flour
1 egg yolk combined with: 2 tsp flour
2 tsp sugar
2 tsp water
Directions
Dissolve the yeast and brown sugar in warm water in a large mixing
bowl.
Set aside for about 10 minutes or until the yeast has become foamy.
Stir in the butter, eggs, additional yolks and salt. Blend well. Add
the flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing well. Turn the dough out onto a
floured board and knead with additional four for about 5 minutes or
until the dough is elastic and not sticky. Divided the dough in half.
Flatten and shape each half into a round loaf. Place on a greased
baking sheet, cover loosely with aluminum foil, and let rise in a
warm,draft free place until the loaves are doubled in bulk, about 1-2
hours. Brush the egg mixture on the top of the loaves and slash twice
with a sharp knife. Sprinkle with additional sugar and bake in a
preheated 325 F oven for 35-40 minutes.
Cool on a wire rack before slicing. Makes 2 loaves.
Origin: Hearth and Home Companion Shared by: Sharon Stevens
Servings: 2 servings
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