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Kastamonu Potato Bread

A traditional bread from Kastamonu that stays fresh for days thanks to boiled potatoes, crispy outside and fluffy inside.

Prep
30 min
Cook
45 min
Time
75 min
Servings
8
Calories
280
Level
Moderate
Heat
Mild
Region
trk
Kastamonu Potato Bread
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Servings8
Measures

1 cup is 200 ml. 1 tea glass is 100 ml. 1 tablespoon is 15 ml. 1 dessert spoon is 10 ml. 1 teaspoon is 5 ml.

Ingredients

  • 3 medium boiled potatoes
  • 5 cups flour
  • 1 packet instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

  1. 1

    Mash the boiled potatoes while still hot and let them cool down.

  2. 2

    In a deep mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.

  3. 3

    Make a well in the center, add mashed potatoes, warm water, and olive oil, then knead into a soft dough.

  4. 4

    Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.

  5. 5

    Shape the risen dough into a round loaf and let it rest on a floured tray for 30 minutes.

  6. 6

    Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for about 45 minutes until golden brown.

Note. Smooth potatoes improve the bread's texture; make sure they are thoroughly mashed before adding them to the dough.

Questions

How many days does potato bread stay fresh?

Thanks to the potatoes inside, this bread stays fresh for 4-5 days in an airtight container.

What kind of flour should be used?

Standard wheat flour works well, but you can also mix it with whole wheat flour for a rustic taste.

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