Alan Thicke'S Irish Freckle Bread Recipe

Name: Alan Thicke'S Irish Freckle Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour; 2 1/2 cups white flour (may need more); 1/2 cup sugar; 2 packages fast rise yeast; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine; 2 eggs, room temperature; 1/3 cup cooked mashed potatoes; 1 cup chopped dates

Servings: persons

1
In a large bowl, combine together 1 cup of the whole-wheat flour, 1 cup of the white flour, the sugar, the undissolved yeast and the salt.
2
Heat butter and water together until very warm (125F to 130F); gradually stir the warm liquids into the dry ingredients.
3
Then stir in eggs, mashed potatoes, dates and the additional flours to make a soft dough; add a few more tbsp of the white flour if need be.
4
Knead on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 8 to 10 minutes.
5
Cover and let rest on a floured surface for 10 minutes.
6
Divide dough into 4 equal pieces; shape into 4 slender loaves-- about 8-1/2 inches long.
7
Set 2 loaves side-by-side in each of 2 well-greased 8-1/2-by-4-1/2-inch loaf pans.
8
Cover and let rise in a warm, draft-free place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
9
Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
10
Bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes or until done.
11
Remove from pans; cool on wire racks.

915

kcal

Calories

Fat

140

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour, 2 1/2 cups white flour (may need more), 1/2 cup sugar, 2 packages fast rise yeast, and more.

Yes, Alan Thicke'S Irish Freckle Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Alan Thicke'S Irish Freckle Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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