Potato Bread

Steps

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1. 1
   Combine the boiled potatoes, warm milk, soft butter, instant yeast, salt, sugar, and whole egg in a mixing bowl.
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2. 2
   Add the bread flour and mix using a stand mixer with the dough hook for about 5 to 7 minutes until a smooth, cohesive dough forms.
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3. 3
   Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface, check its texture, and shape it into a ball.
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4. 4
   Place the dough in a covered bowl and allow it to proof in a warm place (around 78°F or in a proofing box) until doubled in size, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
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5. 5
   Remove the proofed dough and gently shape it into a rectangle, then tightly roll it into a buttered loaf pan.
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6. 6
   Place the loaf pan back in the proofing box and let it proof again at about 80°F until doubled in size, approximately 1 hour.
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7. 7
   Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the proofed loaf for about 40 minutes until golden brown.
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8. 8
   Remove the baked bread from the oven and optionally brush a small amount of butter on the surface for shine. Allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing.
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