Ingredients

For the bread dough:

• 1 cup warm water (about 105°F to 115°F)
• 2 (1/4-ounce) packets active dry yeast (4 1/2 teaspoons)
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil, plus more for coating the bowl
• 1/4 cup plus 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 4 to 4 1/2 cups bread flour, plus more for dusting the work surface
• 2 teaspoons fine salt
• 4 teaspoons fine-ground cornmeal

For the egg wash and topping:

• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon water
• Pinch salt
• 1 to 2 teaspoons poppy or sesame seeds (optional)

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