I just barely made this one. We just had spring break; we had company; we traveled; and I honestly thought I had another week to do this recipe. This may explain the dearth of pictures. I was just getting it done, no extras. I forgot photos completely until I was about to cut the bread for dinner.
But I am so thankful I eked it out. This bread was surprisingly wonderful to eat. The texture was so chewy and the flavor from the potatoes gave it depth not normally found in white bread. And it wasn't difficult, although it's artisan looks belie this. It did take some time: boiling potatoes, cooling/ drying them, two rises and 40-45 minutes in the oven. (The book claims this recipe can be done on a whim, last-minute-like (maybe).)
My new mixer is definitely getting a work out between this and pizza dough and cupcakes and such; it is well broken in already. But I am still keeping my grandma's mixer for now; I can't let go of it yet.
For the full recipe and excellent pictures, see our host, Dawn, at Simply Sweet.
And here is Rhiannon... I think she's eating... or maybe feeding her toes?
This tasted good, didn't it? And easy enough that we will make this again (properly next time)
ReplyDeleteWell, it can be made on a whim compared to a lot of other breads :-) (I like that it only took about three hours start to finish).
ReplyDeleteGlad you are emjoying your new mixer.
That baby picture is destined to show up on a collage at her graduation party. Too cute.
Your bread looks beautiful, and I'll take photos of babies over bread any time!
ReplyDeleteIt really was good bread. Glad you were able to get it made. Your loaf looks lovely.
ReplyDeleteLove the Rhiannon pic =) And glad to hear the mixer is getting a workout.
ReplyDeleteThis was a tasty bread! I agree with you that this recipe is not exactly one to make on a whim. To me a "whim" is more like buttermilk biscuits. Something you can make at the "very" last minute. Great picture of Rhiannon. :)
ReplyDeleteThis was an easy bread to fit into our day and that allowed us to do some other things. Plus, it tasted amazing. Your loaf turned out well and your taste-tester is so cute!
ReplyDeleteThe best kind of bread is the one that is quick, easy, and delicious. And shared with family!!
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