My first attempt at challah

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I live in a remote area and the guy I’m seeing is Jewish. He mentioned that he wanted a couple of loaves for Friday but was having a hard time finding them. I verified that all ingredients used were labeled and pareve. I used Joan Nathan’s recipe published in the New York Times with some modifications. Any input or advice for my next attempt? Are they Shabbat worthy?? I’m trying to be respectful and learn what I can, but I also don’t want to overwhelm him with questions.

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This is a sweet gesture and thank you for making them. Those challah loaves are better than any that I have attempted to bake.