Brazilian recipe
Potato Bread (Pão de batata)
This potato bread is a Brazilian classic, prized for its soft dough and irresistible cheese filling.
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Ingredients
2 cakes of fresh yeast
1/2 cup of milk
100 g of margarine
3 potatoes, boiled and mashed
2 eggs
Salt to taste
Wheat flour as needed to knead
Prato cheese for the filling
1/2 cup of milk
100 g of margarine
3 potatoes, boiled and mashed
2 eggs
Salt to taste
Wheat flour as needed to knead
Prato cheese for the filling
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh yeast, flour, and eggs at local grocery stores or supermarkets. For the prato cheese, you may use Havarti or Muenster as a suitable substitute if the original variety is not available.
Preparation method
- Mix all ingredients in a large bowl
- Work the dough well until it becomes smooth and soft
- Cover the dough and let it rest until it doubles in volume
- Divide the dough into small portions and shape the rolls
- Place a piece of cheese inside each unit and close tightly
- Arrange the rolls on a baking sheet and wait for them to rise again
- Brush an egg yolk over the surface of the rolls
- Bake in a preheated oven until they are golden brown
Observations
A practical homemade recipe, ideal for a snack or afternoon coffee. The secret lies in the dough's consistency and the resting time to ensure the bread turns out wonderfully fluffy.
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