Savory Sweet Potato Bread Machine Recipe
This savory sweet potato bread machine recipe combines the warmth of sweet potato puree with a touch of green onion and thyme, perfect for a unique sandwich or cozy side.
Equipment
- Bread machine with Basic/White program
- 1½- to 2-pound loaf capacity pan
Ingredients
Basic Version (2-Pound Loaf):
- 1 6-oz jar sweet potato baby food or 6 oz canned sweet potato puree
- ½ cup water
- 1½ tbsp butter, softened and cut into pieces
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- 4 cups bread flour
- 1¼ tsp sugar
- 1¼ tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1¼ tsp yeast
Basic Version (1½-Pound Loaf):
- 1 6-oz jar sweet potato baby food or 6 oz canned sweet potato puree
- ⅓ cup water
- 1 tbsp butter, softened and cut into pieces
- ⅓ cup sliced green onions
- 3 cups bread flour
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp1 g dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp yeast
Instructions
- Add the ingredients to your bread machine’s baking pan in the order listed, starting with the sweet potato puree and ending with the yeast.
- Select the Basic/White bread program according to your machine’s settings.
- Choose the appropriate loaf size (1½-pound or 2-pound) and press Start.
- Once baking is complete, carefully remove the loaf from the bread pan.
- Transfer to a wire rack and allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- This bread is excellent for sandwiches, particularly with Thanksgiving leftovers like turkey and cranberry sauce.
- You can enjoy slices dipped into rich soups such as mulligatawny or spicy coconut chicken.
- It also works beautifully as a savory side for grilled or BBQ meats.
- Using sweet potato baby food offers convenience and consistent moisture for the perfect soft crumb.
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