Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
4.5 unit

Russet Potatoes

peeled and boiled

1.5 cup

Reserved Potato Water

warm

4 tbsp

Dry Yeast

activated

2 tbsp

Olive Oil

4.5 unit

All-Purpose Flour

3 tbsp

Salt

to taste

1.5 cup

Chives

chopped (optional)

1.5 cup

Scallions

chopped (optional)

Step 1
~11 min

Peel, cut, and boil potatoes until soft. Reserve the potato water and let the potatoes cool.

Step 2
~11 min

Add yeast to the warm potato water, stir to dissolve, and let stand for a few minutes to activate until a white foam forms.

Step 3
~11 min

Mix the cooled potatoes, yeast mixture, and olive oil together until fully incorporated.

Step 4
~11 min

Cover the mixture and let stand for about 30 minutes to allow it to sponge up (does not have to double in volume).

Step 5
~11 min

Add flour, salt, and optional chives or scallions and knead or mix with a bread hook.

Step 6
~11 min

The dough will appear dry at first, but it will form into bread dough with kneading.

Key Technique: Kneading
Step 7
~11 min

Divide the dough into loaves, form into desired shapes.

Step 8
~11 min

Let the loaves stand for about an hour, covered, before baking at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 45 minutes.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~11 min

Dust the loaves with flour before baking for a rustic look (optional).

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~11 min

For sandwiches, dough can also be scaled into 4-ounce rolls.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use milk instead of water.

Add herbs like rosemary or thyme for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with soup or stew.

Use for sandwiches.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Soup
Stew
Cheese

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Comfort food staple

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Holiday

Popularity Score

65/100