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  1. 2 packages (1/4 ounce each ) active dry yeast

  2. 1/2 cup warm water (110 to 115 )

  3. 1-1/2 cups warm milk (110 to 115 )

  4. 1/4 cup sugar

  5. 1 tablespoon salt

  6. 3 eggs, beaten

  7. 1/4 cup butter, softened

  8. 7 to 7-1/2 cups all-purpose flour

  9. 1 egg yolk

  10. 2 tablespoons water

  11. Sesame seeds

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  1. Homemade Egg Bread Recipe photo by Taste of Home Dissolve yeast in water. Add milk, sugar, salt, eggs, butter and 3-1/2 cups flour; mix well. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.

  2. On a floured surface, knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in greased bowl; turn once to grease top. Cover and let rise in warm place until doubled, 1-1/2 to 2 hours.

  3. Punch down. Cover and let rise until almost doubled, about 30 minutes. Divide into six portions. On a floured surface, shape each into a 14-in.-long rope. For each loaf, braid three ropes together on greased baking sheet; pinch ends to seal. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 50 minutes.

  4. Beat egg yolk and water; brush over loaves. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes. Yield: 2 loaves.

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