Description
Irish Potato Bread is a heartwarming, traditional dish that combines creamy mashed potatoes with simple ingredients to create a soft, buttery loaf. This rustic bread boasts a delightful golden crust and a comforting aroma that fills your kitchen with warmth. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or as a savory side, each slice melts in your mouth and brings a taste of Ireland right to your table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups starchy potatoes (like Russets)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Boil and peel two cups of cubed potatoes in salted water for about 15 minutes until tender. Drain and mash until smooth, then let cool.
- In a large bowl, mix two cups of flour, one tablespoon of baking powder, and one teaspoon of salt. Fold in the mashed potatoes, three tablespoons of melted butter, and half a cup of milk.
- Knead the dough gently on a floured surface for about five minutes until smooth.
- Shape into a round loaf and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Score an 'X' on top for even cooking.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg