ST JOSEPH'S BREAD

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Categories     Bread     Thanksgiving

Number Of Ingredients 8

11/2 cups - Warm Water (110 to 1150
2 packages - Active Dry Yeast
2 Tablespoons - Shortening
1 Tablespoons - Sugar
1 Tablespoons - Olive Oil
4 to 41/2 Cups - All-Purpose Flour
2 teaspoons - Salt
1 - Egg (beaten)

Steps:

  • Combine the warm water, dry yeast, shortening, sugar and oil. Let stand 5 minutes. Place 21/2 cups of the flour and salt in a large mixing bowl; add liquid mixture. Beat on low speed of electric mixture or stir by hand until all ingredients are thoroughly blended. Stir in as much of the remaining flour as you can mix in with a spoon. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead in enough of the remaining flour to make a moderately stiff dough that is smooth and elastic(6 to 8 minutes total). Shape into a ball. Place in a lightly greased bowl; turn once to grease surface. Cover; let rise in warm place until doubled (45 to 60 minutes). Punch down; divide the dough into six equal pieces. Cover, let rest 10 minutes. Roll each piece into a 12 inch long rope. Using three ropes for each loaf, braid the dough and secure the ends. Place loaves on a greased baking sheets. cover; let rise until nearly double (30 to 40 minutes). Brush sides and top of the loaves with beaten egg. Sprinkle with sesame seed. Bake in 400 oven for 25 minutes or intil bread tests done and is golden brown. Remove from baking sheet; cool on rack

Nipisha Tapaungai
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I made this bread for my family and they loved it. It's a great recipe.


David Vance
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This bread is delicious! I highly recommend it.


Sadia Holy
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!


Rxse
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This bread is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.


Vivian lsibor TV
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I love the flavor of this bread. It's slightly sweet and has a hint of cinnamon.


pezore s
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This bread is so versatile. I've used it for sandwiches, toast, and even bread pudding. It's always delicious.


Rahul Pamoon
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I made it for my family and they loved it.


Tracey-Ann Phillips
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This is the best bread recipe I've ever tried. It's so simple to make and the results are amazing.


Thushara Sanjeewa
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This bread is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Bhakta karki
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I made this bread for my family and they loved it. It's a great recipe.


shahzad Abbasi
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This bread is delicious! I highly recommend it.


Mohamed Assy
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!


Trinity Imade
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This bread is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.


Crazypjk 1973
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I love the flavor of this bread. It's slightly sweet and has a hint of cinnamon.


Adnan prince
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This bread is so versatile. I've used it for sandwiches, toast, and even bread pudding. It's always delicious.


dhanuka nuvan
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I made it for my family and they loved it.


Md Ihabib
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This is the best bread recipe I've ever tried. It's so simple to make and the results are amazing. I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfect.


Tompa Nupur
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I made this bread for a party last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making it again.


Habiba Rahmam
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This bread is so delicious and easy to make! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfect. The crust is crispy and the inside is soft and fluffy. I love to serve it with butter and jam.