Jake Widmann

1: Combine all but your flour in a large mixing bowl. Stir briefly to combine.

2: Add your flour and mix by hand, or with a stand mixer, until dough comes together and is smooth and less tacky.

3: Place into a greased bowl, cover and let rest until it doubles in size.

4: Once doubled, dump onto a well floured counter and divide into 8 equal pieces.

5: Grab each piece and fold in the corners, then pinch together the seams until it's fully closed.

6: Roll beneath your palm until your ball tightens up then roll beneath your hand to stretch it into a hotdog shape.

7: Place each loaf onto a large parchment covered baking sheet.

8: Cover with a towel and let rise for a few hours until nice and poofy.

9: Brush with an egg wash and bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes until they reach your desired level of brownness on top.

10: Let cool on a rack. Enjoy within a week or freeze and use as needed.