October 3, 2011

Garlic Potato Bread

Breads and Muffins

20 mins.

30 minutes

“Making hearty, homemade bread is easy with this simple recipe. Garlic and instant potatoesprovide a unique flavor and texture.”

1
Lightly spray a 9- x 5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray. Combine 21/2 cups flour, the potato flakes, yeast, sugar and salt in a large bowl until well mixed. Stir in the egg.
2
Heat 11/4 cups water, the butter and garlic in a small saucepan over medium heat until very warm(120°F–130°F, butter does not need to melt). Pour into the flour mixture. Mix vigorously for 1 minute. Mix in enough of the remaining flour to make a soft dough that forms a ball and leaves the side of the bowl. Spread the dough evenly in the prepared pan.
3
Cover the pan loosely with plastic wrap that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Let rise in a warm place until almost double in size, about 30 minutes. Remove the plastic wrap.
4
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375°F. Bake until golden brown, 30–35 minutes. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

This bread is delicious simply toasted, with butter. It’s also great for roast beef or open-face hot turkey sandwiches.

• For a softer crust on top, brush the loaf with 1 tbsp. butter immediately after removing from oven.

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