Belarusian Challah

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Makes 2 loaves
From A Blessing of Bread by Maggie Glezer


2 loaves, gBaker’s %
AP Flour1000100%
Potato Water34034%
4 Large eggs20020%
Vegetable oil11011%
Active Dry Yeast8.8%
Salt161.6%
Sugar505%
Total1724172.4%

mixing

Mix all ingredients, knead for 8-10 min 

fermentation

3 hrs.

shaping

Divide and shape desired number of strands, make the braid

proofing

1.5 hrs

baking

Before bake, brysh with egg wash and sprinkle with caraway seeds.
Bake at 220°C for 36-40 minute. May need to cover with tin foil if too brown too soon.

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