greek trinity loaf
Greek Trinity Loaf Makes 1 loaf. This traditional Greek Easter bread acquires its name from its shape. According to Greek tradition, the bread is cut when the entire family is seat...
Ingredients
- 3to 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (divided)
- 1/4cupgranulated sugar
- 2packagerapidrise or fast-acting yeast
- 1teaspoonanise seed
- 1teaspoonsalt
- 1/2cupwater (70 to 80 degrees f)
- 1/3cupbutter or margarine, cut up
- 2whole eggs plus 1 separated egg (divided)
Directions
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Greek Trinity Loaf Makes 1 loaf
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This traditional Greek Easter bread acquires its name from its shape
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According to Greek tradition, the bread is cut when the entire family is seated at the Easter table
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Each person receives one thin slice from each of the three loaves
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3 to 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (divided) 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 packages RapidRise or fast-acting yeast 1 teaspoon anise seed 1 teasp
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Heat water and butter until very warm (120 to 130 degrees F)
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stir into dry ingredients
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Stir in 2 eggs, 1 egg yolk (reserve egg white) and enough remaining flour to make soft dough