Measurements

• 4 cups all
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 1
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
• 1 teaspoon anise seeds

Preparation Method

• 1. Warm the milk to about 110°F and dissolve the yeast in it. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
• 2. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and anise seeds.
• 3. Add the yeast mixture, eggs, orange zest, and orange blossom water to the dry ingredients. Mix until combined.
• 4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• 5. Add softened butter gradually while kneading until fully incorporated.
• 6. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
• 7. Punch down the dough and shape it into a round loaf. Reserve a small portion to create bone decorations.
• 8. Shape the reserved dough into bone-like strips and place them on top of the loaf.
• 9. Cover the loaf and let it rise again for about 30 minutes.
• 10. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• 11. Bake the loaf for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
• 12. Let it cool slightly before serving.

* Recipe for this meal is curated by GrocerAI's Conversational AI Agent Jiva.