3 pkgs. dry yeast
2 1/2 c. warm water
3/4 c. sugar
8 c. flour
1 tbsp. salt
1/2 c. oil
1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp. sugar

Mix yeast, water and sugar. Let stand 5 minutes. Add flour, salt and oil and knead well, at least 10 minutes. Place in large oiled bowl and cover. Let rise one hour. Punch down. Take "challah" without a Bracha. Divide into 4 parts and braid. Put into greased loaf pans. Let rise 1/2 hour more and brush with egg and sugar. Bake at 375 degrees for 35-45 minutes. (Hint: Do not attempt without loaf pans.)