Artful Braiding: Techniques for Making Beautiful Challah and Braided Breads

Even Strands

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Consistent Thickness

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Three-Strand Braid

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Four-Strand Braid

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Six-Strand Braid

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Egg Wash Gloss

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Creative Shapes

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