Potato Water Bread Bread Machine Recipe

Rediscover the taste of childhood with this heartwarming Potato Water Bread recipe! Inspired by a cherished family tradition, this recipe uses leftover potato water to create a uniquely delicious and subtly sweet loaf. The potato starch helps the bread rise beautifully, requiring less yeast than traditional recipes. This bread machine recipe yields a wonderfully browned crust (we recommend a light crust setting), transporting you back to simpler times with every bite. A fantastic way to reduce food waste and create a truly unforgettable bread!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 5880 mins
Calories 548.2 kcal
Protein 28g
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Ingredients for Potato Water Bread Bread Machine

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How to Make Potato Water Bread Bread Machine

  1. Boil 2 medium potatoes until tender. Reserve 1 cup of the potato water, allowing it to cool slightly.
  2. In your bread machine pan, add ingredients in the order specified by your machine's manual (typically liquids first).
  3. Add 1 cup of the cooled potato water.
  4. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
  5. Add 2 tablespoons of sugar.
  6. Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
  7. Add 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour.
  8. Add 1 ½ cups of bread flour.
  9. Add 1 ½ teaspoons of active dry yeast.
  10. Select the basic bread setting on your bread machine.
  11. Bake according to your machine's instructions. (Note: Due to the potato water, this bread may brown more quickly. A 'light crust' setting is often ideal.)

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

21g

Carbs

34g

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Weeknight Time To Make Course Preparation Occasion Breads 1 Day Or More Bread Machine Easy Yeast Equipment Small Appliance 3 Steps Or Less 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Potato Water Bread Bread Machine?

Potato Water Bread Bread Machine takes about 5895 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 5880 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Potato Water Bread Bread Machine?

Potato Water Bread Bread Machine has approximately 548.2 calories per serving, with about 28 g protein, 34 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Potato Water Bread Bread Machine?

The key ingredients for Potato Water Bread Bread Machine are Potato Water, Milk, Butter, Flour, Sugar, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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