Sourdough Potato Bread
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed potatoes explain in directions how to make mashed potatoes
can used leftover or make with 1 large russet potato
- 2 cups milk to make this dairy free)
can also sub potato water (the water the potato boiled in
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 4 tablespoons softened butter
plus more for greasing the pans
- 1 cup sourdough starter
active and bubbly
- 5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Directions
- 1
Peel potatoes and add to a pot of water. The water should cover the potatoes over 2 inches.
- 2
Place pan on medium high heat and boil for 15-20 minutes or until fork tender.
- 3
Drain potatoes and mash. Set aside.
- 4
Add all ingredients to a stand mixer with dough hook and knead until smooth and elastic, about 10-15 minutes. Make sure it pulls away from the sides of the bowl, and passes the window pane test.
- 5
Place in a greased bowl with a lid or cover with plastic wrap or beeswax wraps.
- 6
Bulk rise- 8 hours in a warm place. The dough should double.
- 7
Divide the dough into two equal sized dough balls.
- 8
Shape to fit into loaf pans.
- 9
Grease pans well to prevent sticking. Add dough to loaf pans.
- 10
Cover with something airtight and rise again until doubled, about 2-3 hours.
- 11
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- 12
Bake for 45 minutes or until the crust is golden.
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Craving homemade bread that's incredibly soft yet boasts a satisfying, crispy crust? Our Sourdough Potato Bread recipe delivers that perfect balance, making it an irresistible addition to any meal, from breakfast to dinner. The magic in this Sourdough Potato Bread comes from the incorporation of mashed potatoes, which lend an unparalleled softness and moisture to the crumb while contributing a subtle, earthy depth of flavor. Coupled with an active and bubbly sourdough starter, this bread develops a light tang and a beautiful, airy texture that sets it apart from ordinary loaves. It's the secret to achieving that coveted fluffy inside and delightfully crispy outside. Prepare for a truly luxurious bread experience. Each slice of Sourdough Potato Bread offers a tender, melt-in-your-mouth interior, balanced by a golden-brown, satisfyingly crisp crust. You'll notice the distinctive, complex tang of sourdough harmonizing with the mild sweetness from sugar and the richness of butter, creating a wonderfully balanced flavor profile. This bread is serious comfort food, incredibly versatile and deeply rewarding to bake. For the mashed potatoes, you can conveniently use leftover mashed potatoes or prepare them fresh from a large russet potato. To make this bread dairy-free, simply substitute the milk with potato water—the starchy water leftover from boiling potatoes—which also adds extra flavor. This versatile Sourdough Potato Bread is perfect for elevating your morning toast, making extraordinary sandwiches, or transforming into the best French toast you've ever had. It's equally delicious served simply with butter, complementing soups, or accompanying your favorite savory dishes.