INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons sugar
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2 packets or 2 scant tablespoons active dry yeast
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1/2 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F)
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2 cups warm milk (105°F to 115°F)
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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2 teaspoons salt
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6 to 7 1/2 cups King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour*
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egg wash: 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon cold water
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sesame, poppy or caraway seeds or coarse salt (optional)
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*See "tips" below