Potato bread

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Potato Bread

Potato bread is a form of bread in which potato replaces a portion of the regular wheat flour. It is cooked in a variety of ways, including baking it on a hot griddle or pan, or in an oven. It may be leavened or unleavened, and may have a variety of other ingredients baked into it. The ratio of potato to wheat flour varies significantly from recipe to recipe, with some recipes having a majority of potato, and others having a majority of wheat flour.

Pronunciation

Potato Bread: /pəˈteɪtoʊ bɹɛd/

Etymology

The term "potato bread" comes from the English words "potato" and "bread". The word "potato" comes from the Spanish "patata" (potato). The word "bread" comes from the Old English "brēad", which originally meant "piece" or "morsel".

Related Terms

  • Bread: A staple food prepared from a dough of flour and water, usually by baking.
  • Potato: A starchy plant tuber that is one of the most important food crops, cooked and eaten as a vegetable.
  • Wheat Flour: A powder made from the grinding of wheat used for human consumption.
  • Leavening Agent: Any one of a number of substances used in doughs and batters that cause a foaming action that lightens and softens the mixture.
  • Unleavened Bread: Any of a wide variety of breads which are not prepared with raising agents such as yeast.

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