Granny's White Bread

Recipe View 3 mins Warm the milk in a saucepan over low heat until it just begins to bubble around the edges (2-3 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in the butter, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Let cool until lukewarm (5-7 minutes).

Recipe View 7 mins In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and potato flakes. Sprinkle the yeast over the mixture and let stand until foamy (5-10 minutes).

Recipe View 10 mins Add the lukewarm milk mixture to the yeast mixture. Gradually add 6 cups of the flour, mixing until just combined. Add the remaining flour, a cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.

Recipe View 10 mins Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Recipe View 1 hrs Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans.

Recipe View 30 mins Punch down the dough and divide it into 2 equal portions. Shape each portion into a loaf and place them in the prepared loaf pans. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise for 30 minutes, or until nearly doubled.

Recipe View 30 mins Bake for 30 minutes, or until the loaves are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.