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Polish Babka

Polish Babka

© Polana Foods, used with permission.
Definition: Polish, literally, for "grandmother." In this context refers to a slightly sweet bread dotted with raisins or dried fruits and, sometimes, saturated with rum or iced or dusted with confectioners' sugar. Babka is traditionally served for Easter, but can be enjoyed year-round.
Pronunciation: BAHB-kah
Also Known As: baba
Examples:
You can cut down on the typical 15 egg yolks in traditional Easter Babka by making Easy Babka.

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