What is the order of handwashing and kiddush at the morning Shabbos meal?

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Synopsis

The Mechaber rules that kiddush is recited over wine first, then hands are washed (netilat yadayim), then lechem mishneh is broken. The Rema, citing Siman 271:12, records that Ashkenazic practice is to wash before kiddush. The Mishnah Berurah notes that many later authorities prefer the Mechaber's order.

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