Homemade Brioche

Preparation : Dissolve yeast in lukewarm milk add the 1/2 cup of flour and mix to make sponge. Cover and let rise until doubled. Gradually mix in the eggs, then the dry ingredients to make a soft dough. Beat in the butter a little at a time until it is completely absorbed and the dough is smooth. Rest for 20 minutes. Scale into 2 loafs or 12 rolls. Egg wash and proof (let rise). For loaves, bake at 375 degrees F for approximately 35 minutes. For rolls, bake at 400 degrees F for approximately 20 minutes.