CHOERAG

CHOEREG

This Armenian bread can be served at any time, whether it is Easter Brunch or if you are running late to school you can take it on the go!

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 yeast cake


• 1/4 c water


• 3 T sugar


• 2 cubes butter, melted


• 3/4 c sugar


• 3 eggs, slightly beaten


• 1 c milk (lukewarm)


• 2 T black seeds


• 2 T mahleb powder


• 5 c flour

PREPARATION:

1. Dissolve yeast in water with 3 T. sugar. Melt butter, then add sugar, milk and eggs.


2. Stir in yeast that has doubled its amount, then add the black seeds and mahleb powder.


3. Mix in flour gradually, first with a wooden spoon, then by hand until well blended.


4. Cover and let rise in a warm place until double in bulk (1-1/2 hours).


5. Shape into desired forms and place on slightly greased baking sheets.


6. Brush with slightly beaten egg whites and let rise in a warm place until it doubles.


7. Bake at 350 degrees until pink.