IRISH FRECKLE BREAD

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This is an authentic recipe traced back to County Cork on the Emerald Isle. I got it from Taste of Home magazine. This freezes well. Prep time includes rising and kneading time. Both prep and cook times are approximate.

Provided by keen5

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h30m

Yield 1 Loaf

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast
8 tablespoons sugar, divided
1 cup warm water (110 to 115 degrees)
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, melted
2 eggs
1/4 cup warm mashed potatoes (without added milk or butter)
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 1/4-4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 tablespoon sugar in warm water.
  • Add the butter, eggs, potatoes, salt, remaining sugar and two cups flour; beat until smooth.
  • Stir in raisins and enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
  • Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes.
  • Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.
  • Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
  • Punch dough down.
  • Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into eight portions.
  • Shape each into a ball.
  • Place dough balls in a greased 10-inch springform pan.
  • Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
  • Place on a baking sheet.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Remove sides of pan.
  • Place on a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3327.7, Fat 107.3, SaturatedFat 62.3, Cholesterol 668.1, Sodium 2147.4, Carbohydrate 538.4, Fiber 18.6, Sugar 189.3, Protein 63.7

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