- 2 Tbsp yeast
- 1/2 C warm water
- 1 3/4 C milk (warm)
- 3 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp salt
- 6 C flour
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- Fresh or dried herbs of choice (sage, rosemary, thyme, etc.)
Blend liquids, sugar, oil, and 1/2 of flour. Mix until smooth. Add yeast, remaining flour and salt. Knead well.
Let rest 10 minutes. Add herbs before shaping.
Divide dough in half. Pinch off a small ball for center, 1 per loaf (gold ball size). Form a large bagel shape and place ball in center.
Let bread rise appropriately. Brush with beaten egg and water. Decorate top with your choice of: thin red onion slices, poppy seeds, sesame seeds, crumbled sage, rosemary, parmesan, feta cheese, etc…Kosher salt and herbs are a favorite combination.
Bake 325 for 35 minutes or until golden.