Potato Bread

This is for 1 loaf, I usually double or quadruple it; depending on how I feel

Hardware:
mixer -- with bread attachment
bowl
spatula
pot
loaf pan(s)

Ingredients

1 C whole wheat flour
1 C mashed potatoes
1/2 C lukewarm water
1/2 C water
1 pkg active dry yeast
2 t sugar
3 C bread flour
1 t salt
3 T butter

Make mashed potatoes -- you can either use instant for a creamier potato or use real potatoes your choice

I use rapid rise yeast so I don't do the blooming process, however, if you are using active dry you'll need to: head milk and water in a saucepan to lukewarm, sprinkle with sugar and yeast and set aside for 5 minutes.

I put the flour, potatoes, yeast and milk, salt and butter into mixer and combine until just blended.

Knead for a few minutes until the dough is smooth -- about 8-10 minutes. This will be sticky so you might need extra flour to knead in. Put the ball of dough in a lightly greased (I use a smidge of olive oil on a paper towel) bowl and allow to rise.

Once risen, punch down and divide into loaf pans if doubling the recipe and allow to rise again.

Preheat oven to 400. Once the second rise is done, bake for 45 minutes or until top is golden brown.