challah; hallah; challa
[ KHAH-lah; HAH-lah ]
Served on the Sabbath, holidays, other ceremonial occasions and for everyday consumption, challah is a traditional Jewish yeast bread. It's rich with eggs and has a light, airy texture. Though it can be formed into many shapes, braided challah is the most classic form.
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COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.
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