Instructions:

1. Combine warm milk with yeast, sugar and 1 cup of flour. Cover and set aside in a warm environment for about 30 minutes.

2. In another bowl, whisk eggs. Add the eggs, vanilla and butter to yeast/dough mixture. 

3. In small portions, add the rest of the flour. 

4. Let the dough rest for about 30 minutes. Knead dough for at least 10 minutes. It will be very sticky, add a little flour now and then and use a scraper to help.

5. Cover in a lightly greased bowl and let rise an hour.

6. Divide the dough into 3 pieces and make ropes of equal length. Lightly flour each rope and then make a braid. Place on parchment lined baking sheet, cover and let rise at least 30 minutes.

7. Bake at 350 for 30 to 40 minutes. 

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Note: If you use an egg wash before baking it will create a dark crust.

Note: You can also choose to use a loaf pan and create balls to fill the pan. Or make buns.

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