"A long, slow overnight rise makes this bread perfect for a weekend brunch. Mix up the dough the night before. The following morning, begin with step 5 to finish bread...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 vanilla beans, split lengthwise and divided
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½ cup milk
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1 (¼-ounce) package active dry yeast
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3 eggs, divided
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3¾ cups unbleached all-purpose flour, divided
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2 tablespoons sugar
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½ teaspoon Very Vanilla Salt or sea salt
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1½ cups unsalted butter, softened and divided
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1 tablespoon milk or water
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2 tablespoons honey