Light Bread

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A soft, airy loaf with a subtle sweetness and tender crumb from mashed potatoes
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Light Bread

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 146.0

Description

This Light Bread is a comforting, homemade loaf that combines the softness of mashed potatoes with a hint of sweetness for a uniquely tender crumb. The addition of potatoes not only adds moisture but also helps keep the bread fresh for longer. It has a delicate flavor that pairs beautifully with soups, stews, or simply with butter. Perfect for breakfast toast or as a side dish for dinner, this bread is easy to make with pantry staples. The warm, yeasty aroma filling your kitchen is just the beginning of the delight this simple recipe offers.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Peel and boil the potatoes until tender. Drain well and mash them until very smooth and fine.
  2. Dissolve the yeast in 1 cup of the warm water. Let stand for a few minutes until foamy.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, yeast mixture, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and the remaining warm water.
  4. Cover the bowl loosely and let the mixture stand in a warm place for about 15-20 minutes to activate.
  5. Gradually add flour to the liquid mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms. Add more flour as needed until the dough is no longer sticky but still soft.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  7. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  8. Punch down the dough and shape into a loaf. Place in a greased loaf pan.
  9. Let the loaf rise again for 30-45 minutes until puffed.
  10. Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC). Bake the bread for 30 minutes or until golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 146.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 9753.0mg407%
Total Carbohydrate 32.5g11%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
Sugars 4.2g
Protein 3.0g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Ensure the water is warm (about 105-110ðF), not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.

Use all-purpose or bread flour for best results. The amount of flour may vary depending on the humidity and potato moisture content.

Let the bread cool completely on a wire rack before slicing to prevent a gummy texture.

Store leftover bread in a plastic bag or bread box at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Keywords: bread, potato, yeast, homemade, soft, light, flour, baking, vegan, dough, loaf, classic, simple, comfort, carbs, staple
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