Just the thought of a freshly baked loaf of bread invokes warm, cozy feelings. Making bread at home is a worthy endeavor, and with the right recipe (such as this one!) it can be simple and rewarding.
Potato bread is special because potatoes are great at holding onto moisture, which makes this loaf of bread extra-soft. The starches in the potato also help the loaf stay fresh for longer. Most recipes for potato bread call for mashed potatoes, either leftover from dinner or a small batch specially made for the bread. When I tried it that way during my tests, there was so much scope for variation that it was hard to pin a great, consistent recipe—everyone makes mashed potatoes differently! In this easy recipe, boxed instant mashed potatoes are used for most consistent (and best!) results.
