Ingredients
1 package yeast
3 cup bread flour
1 tbsp sugar
1 1/2 tsp salt
2 1/2 tsp sweet butter
2 tbsp instant mashed potato flakes
1 1/2 cup warm milk
Directions
Put the first 5 ingredients into the pan in the order listed.
Sprinkle the potato flakes over the hot milk and stir. Let this cool
slightly, then add to the pan. Select white bread, and press "Start".
NOTE: Unless otherwise noted all ingredients should be at room
temperature. This can be mixed on manual of the bread machine. After
Second kneading, remove dough from machine, divide into to equal
portions and place in small loaf pans. Cover and let rise to double,
about 45 min to 1 hour. Bake at 350 f. for 35-40 min.
Servings: 2 loaves
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Categories: Bread; Breads; Vegetable
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