Potato Bread III

Ingredients

• 1 cup mashed potatoes
• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 package (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 egg, beaten
• ¾ cup water, warmed

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Mix until combined.
2. Add the melted butter, egg, and water and mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
4. Form the dough into a ball and place in a greased bowl, turning to coat all sides. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes, or until doubled in size.
5. Punch down the dough and knead briefly. Shape into a loaf and place in a greased 9-inch loaf pan. Cover and let rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
6. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
7. Bake the bread for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool.

Interesting Facts

• Potato bread is a traditional bread of Irish and Scottish origin.
• The addition of mashed potatoes to bread dough helps to create a softer, more tender texture.
• This bread is delicious served with butter, jam, or honey.