Rustic Potato Loaves
Experience the heartwarming taste of homemade comfort with these Rustic Potato Loaves, a delightful blend of fluffy mashed russet potatoes and artisan breadmaking. This recipe transforms humble pantry staples like bread flour, olive oil, and honey into golden, crusty loaves with a tender, moist crumb. The addition of potato brings a unique richness and ensures a soft, pillowy texture that stays fresh longer. Perfectly baked to a golden hue, these rustic loaves are ideal for slicing and slathering with butter, pairing with soups, or making the ultimate sandwich. With step-by-step guidance on kneading and shaping, even novice bakers can enjoy the charm of crafting artisan bread at home. Dust with flour for a farm-style aesthetic, and serve warm for a truly soulful experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium (about 1 pound total) Russet potatoes
- 1.5 cups Water
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 4.5 cups Bread flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- for dusting Extra flour
Instructions
Peel and dice the potatoes into small chunks. Place them in a pot, cover with water, and boil until tender (about 10-12 minutes).
Drain the potatoes, reserving 1 cup of the cooking water. Let the potatoes cool slightly, then mash them until smooth. Let the mashed potatoes cool to room temperature.
In a small bowl, combine the reserved warm potato water (it should be about 110°F), active dry yeast, and honey. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until bubbly and frothy.
In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the mashed potatoes, yeast mixture, bread flour, kosher salt, and olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead the dough by hand on a lightly floured surface or with a dough hook attachment on medium speed for 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Gently punch down the dough and divide it into two equal portions. Shape each portion into a rustic loaf or oval boule and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Cover the shaped loaves with a kitchen towel and let rise again for 30-45 minutes, until slightly puffed.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If desired, dust the tops of the loaves with a little extra flour for a rustic appearance.
Bake the loaves for 35-40 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Let the loaves cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.0 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1040 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 687.0 g | 250% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.1 g | 118% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.7 g | ||
| Protein | 99.7 g | 199% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 251 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 36.3 mg | 202% | |
| Potassium | 5841 mg | 124% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
