Oat And Honey Challah Bread

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A chewy, delicious, easy challah/bread recipe. the proportions of white to whole wheat flour can be varied to taste. a variation on a recipe found in the crowning elegance cookbook

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Steps

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In a small bowl , combine 3 / 4 cup warm water with yeast.

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Let stand until yeast is dissolved and begins to bubble , about 5 minutes.

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Place the yeast mixture in your mixer , or in a large bowl.

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Add the additional water , oats , honey , oil and salt.

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Mix well to combine.

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Gradually add in the flours , mixing / kneading well , until a soft dough is formed.

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Knead another 5 minutes , adding small quantities of flour , until the dough feels like an ear lobe.

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Place in a large , oiled bowl , turning dough to coat , and cover with a damp towel.

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Plase in a warm place and let rise until doubled in size , about one hour.

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Punch down the dough , divide into 6 pieces and shape into loaves or braid or do whatever you do with your challah dough.

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Place on greased pans , and brush with beaten egg.

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Sprinkle with seeds or extra oats.

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Bake at 350f for about 35 minutes for loaves , or 20+ minutes for rolls.

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Ingredients

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warm water, active dry yeast, quick-cooking oats, honey, oil, salt, unbleached white flour, whole wheat flour, egg, sesame seeds