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Cheese Potato Bread: A Cozy Culinary Delight

Baking bread at home can not only be a delightful hobby but also ensures that you enjoy freshly baked, wholesome goodness with your meals. Today, we’ll delve into a comforting recipe of Cheese Potato Bread, where the heartiness of potatoes and the gooeyness of cheese come together to create a soft, flavorful bread that’s perfect for any meal.

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Ingredients:

  • For the Bread:
  • 1 Egg (61g), at room temperature
  • 80ml Warm Milk
  • 4g Instant Dry Yeast
  • 20g Sugar (approximately 2 tbsp)
  • 200g Bread Flour
  • 3g Salt (approximately 1 tsp)
  • 30g Melted Unsalted Butter
  • For the Potato Filling:
  • 430g Potatoes
  • 3 Pinches of Salt
  • Pepper Powder, to taste
  • 40g Heavy Cream or Milk
  • Additional:
  • 140g Mozzarella Cheese
  • Milk, for brushing
  • Melted Unsalted Butter, for glazing
  • Parsley (optional, for garnish)

Method:

Preparing the Dough:
  1. Activate the Yeast: Combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast, allowing it to dissolve and froth.
  2. Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine bread flour and salt. Gradually add the yeast mixture, followed by a whisked egg, ensuring everything is well mixed. Utilize a hand kneader or your hands until the dough comes together.
  3. Add Butter: Introduce melted butter to the dough, kneading until it’s fully incorporated and the dough becomes smooth.
  4. Fermentation: Allow the dough to ferment in a warm environment until it doubles or triples in size (ideally between 36°C to 39°C).
Crafting the Potato Filling:
  1. Boil Potatoes: Cut and boil the potatoes until tender, then mash them while they are still hot.
  2. Season and Mix: Add salt, pepper, and heavy cream or milk to the mashed potatoes, ensuring a smooth, creamy texture. Set aside.
Assembling and Baking the Bread:
  1. Pre-shape: After the dough has fermented, divide it into two equal parts. Round each piece and gently flatten to prepare for filling.
  2. Layer the Filling: In your baking pan, spread one part of the dough. Gently spread a generous layer of the potato mixture, followed by a hearty sprinkle of mozzarella cheese. Take the second part of the dough and gently flatten it, placing it atop the potato and cheese layer, ensuring it’s well sealed.
  3. Second Fermentation: Allow for a second short fermentation of about 10-20 minutes, keeping the dough covered with plastic wrap to prevent drying.
  4. Prep for Baking: Gently brush milk on the top layer of the dough for a beautiful golden color upon baking. Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).
  5. Bake: Bake the assembled dough for approximately 30 minutes or until it achieves a lovely golden brown hue.
  6. Finish and Serve: Once baked, brush the top with melted butter for an added layer of flavor and garnish with parsley for an aesthetic touch. Allow to cool slightly, then slice, and serve.

Enjoy Your Cheese Potato Bread!

This bread brings an immersive, delicious experience, where each bite is a union of the fluffy bread, creamy potatoes, and luscious cheese. Whether you enjoy it as is or pair it with a bowl of soup, it’s sure to warm your heart and satiate your soul.

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