Cheesy Potato Casserole Bread

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Came across this in a flyer and it sounds very good. Great for a potluck dinner.

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Steps

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Grease a deep round or oval 2-quart casserole and set aside.

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In a large mixing bowl , sprinkle the yeast over the milk and let dissolve.

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Add the shortening , egg , salt , pepper , and 1 cup of the flour and beat till smooth , about 2 minutes stir in the remaining 2 cups flour , the potatoes , and cheddar till well blended , scrape the dough in the prepared casserole , cover with plastic wrap , and let rise in a warm area till doubled in bulk , about 40 minutes.

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Preheat the oven to 375f.

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Sprinkle the parmesan evenly , over the top of the dough and bake till golden brown , about 45 minutes.

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Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool , then cut into slices.

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Ingredients

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active dry yeast, milk, vegetable shortening, egg, salt, black pepper, all-purpose flour, mashed potatoes, extra-sharp cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese