Challah | Chris F. Nicholson

Ingredients

• 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
• 1/2 cup canola oil
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 4 large eggs, room temperature
• 6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• TOPPING:
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon cold water
• 1 tablespoon sesame or poppy seeds, optional