Challah

'Dissolve the yeast in warm water and add sugar

Let it sit for 15 minutes covered with a cloth.'

'Mix well and let it rise for another 15 minutes, still covered with a cloth.'

'Beat the eggs, egg yolk, salt, and oil together

Add the yeast mixture and mix until smooth.'

'Knead in enough flour to form a soft dough

If necessary, add more flour.'

'Knead the dough for 5 minutes and shape into a ball

Let it rise again, covered with a cloth, until doubled in size.'

'Add the raisins and knead for another minute.'

'Divide the dough into six pieces and shape each into two braids.'

'Place on a baking sheet and let it rise once more, still covered with a cloth, until doubled in size again.'

'Brush with egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds

Let it rest for 15 minutes before baking.'