INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

GLAZE
Here is the fat-free challah recipe. It's from my new cookbook "Secrets of
Fat-Free Kosher Cooking" Avery Publishing Sept '97. It really truly tastes
like the full-fat version.
1. Combine the yeast, 1/2 cup warm water and 1 tsp sugar in a small bowl
and let it stand until foamy (about 5 mins).
2. Using an electric mixer with dough blade attachment or food processor
with dough blade, combine 4 cups flour, pear baby food, and sugar to form
coarse crumbs. Add the yeast mixture, remaining water, and egg whites. Beat
for 3 minutes, then add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time to form a
soft slightly sticky dough. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest 10
minutes.
3. Knead the dough by hand or in a food processor until is very smooth.
Form the dough into a ball and place it in a bowl that has been lightly
coated with cooking spray. Roll the dough over once to coat all sides.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and a clean dish towel, and let it stand
in a warm place for 1 hour or until the dough has doubled in size.
4. Using a floured fist, punch down the dough, then turn it onto a floured
board. Divide the dough in half, then divide each half into thirds. Cover
loosely with plastic wrap and let rest 10 minutes.
5. Roll out each piece of dough into 12-inch long strands that are 1 inch
in diameter. On a baking sheet that has been coated with cooking spray,
braid 3 strands to form a braid. ( cookbook contains diagram with braiding
instructions I can't reproduce here sorry) On a separate baking sheet,
braid the remaining 3 strands.
6. Lightly spray each loaf with cooking spray to prevent dough from drying
out. Cover with wax paper and allow the dough to rise for 1 hour or until
it has doubled in size.
7. Preheat oven to 375 F. Brush the loaves with beaten egg white, then bake
for 40-45 minutes or until loaves are golden brown.
8. Allow to cool 30 minutes before serving.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER 1/2 INCH SLICE Calories: 68 Fat: 0.2g
Cholesterol: 0mg Fiber: 0.3g Carbohydrates: 14.1g Protein: 2.1g Sodium: 6mg
Posted to JEWISH-FOOD digest V97 #248 by Deb546750@aol.com on Sep 12, 1997

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