Plecovnik(Ham Yeast Bread)

Prep: 60 min Cook: 40 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: Eastern European

Plecovnik Ham Yeast Bread features a soft, savory loaf infused with diced ham and tender potatoes, perfect for hearty breakfasts or casual gatherings, appealing to bread lovers and ham enthusiasts.

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Ingredients

  • 2 pkg. active dry yeast
  • 1/4 c. warm water
  • 2 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1 c. mashed boiled potatoes
  • 1/2 c. warm water
  • 1 c. milk
  • 1/4 c. oil
  • 6 c. flour
  • 2 tsp. salt

Instructions

  1. Dissolve the yeast in warm water with 1 tablespoon sugar.
  2. Combine the mashed boiled potatoes with 1/2 cup warm water and set aside.
  3. Mix the remaining warm water, 1 tablespoon sugar, salt, and oil.
  4. Add the yeast mixture to the water mixture and stir.
  5. Gradually add 2 1/2 cups of flour and beat well.
  6. Let the batter rise in a warm place until bubbly, about 40 to 50 minutes.
  7. Add the diced ham to the batter.
  8. Work in the remaining flour, one cup at a time.
  9. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface.
  10. Knead for about 5 minutes.
  11. Place the dough in a greased bowl and grease the top.
  12. Let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk.
  13. Punch down the dough and turn onto a floured surface.
  14. Shape into two 9 x 5-inch loaves and place in greased loaf pans.
  15. Let rise until doubled in bulk.
  16. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 40 minutes.
  17. Brush the top with warm water or melted butter after baking.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

656 kcal 33% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 17.1g 34% DV
Total Fat 35.3g 45% DV
Carbs 73.2g 27% DV
Fiber 10.8g 39% DV
Sugar 11.6g 23% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9787.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 848mg 18% DV
Cholesterol 1.5mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 47mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 19.4mg 22% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 151mg 12% DV
Iron 3.9mg 22% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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