Potato bread
Preparation Time: 2 hours (including rising time)
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Servings: 1 loaf
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Ingredients:
- 2 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F/43°C)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 4 to 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions:
- Cook Potatoes:
- Boil or steam the peeled and diced potatoes until they are fork-tender. Drain and mash them thoroughly. Allow them to cool to room temperature.
- Activate Yeast:
- In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, active dry yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
- Prepare Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, melted butter, activated yeast mixture, and salt. Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
- Knead Dough:
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. Add more flour if needed to prevent sticking.
- First Rise:
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
- Shape and Second Rise:
- Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf. Place the shaped dough in a greased and floured loaf pan. Cover it again and let it rise for an additional 30-40 minutes.
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake:
- Bake the potato bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
- Cool:
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and Serve:
- Once cooled, slice the homemade Potato Bread and enjoy!
Note:
- You can add herbs, cheese, or seeds to the dough for extra flavor.
- Adjust the amount of flour based on the moisture content of the potatoes.
- This potato bread is perfect for sandwiches or toast.
