Ingredients

3/4 cup milk
1 cup lukewarm water
6 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup dry milk or 1/3 cup nonfat dry milk powder
1/3 cup potato flour or 3/4 cup potato flakes
3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour
2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
Pain de Mie is a French-style bread that translates to 'bread of crumbs' because of its fine-grained texture. The bread is typically baked in a special pan that gives it a squared-off shape, which makes it ideal for making sandwiches and toasts. Pain de Mie is truly versatile, as it can be served with different spreads, enjoyed in different ways with diverse savory dishes. The recipe we are showcasing today is an effortless, machine-made recipe that is perfect for beginners and professionals alike. With its soft, fluffy texture and relatively low sodium content, it's a great choice for people looking for a heart-healthy option.

Instructions

1.Add the milk, water, and butter into the bread pan of a bread machine.
2.Add salt, sugar, dry milk powder, potato flour/flakes to the pan.
3.Add the all-purpose flour and white whole wheat flour on top, making sure to cover the liquid ingredients.
4.Create a small well in the center of the flour mixture, add the yeast.
5.Select the appropriate bread cycle and press start.
6.Let the bread cool completely before slicing it into smaller pieces.

PROS

The perfect bread recipe for sandwiches, toasted bread, and bread pudding.

A versatile recipe that can cater to different tastes, by adjusting the type of flour or other ingredients.

A machine keeps the dough warm, increasing the bread’s chances of rising and baking properly.

CONS

As this recipe uses a machine, it is not suitable for people who don’t have access to one.

It is important to make sure that the ingredients are measured correctly, or the bread may not come out as desired.

It requires more time than a few other bread recipes, so it is not recommended if you are in a hurry.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pain de Mie is a type of bread that is relatively low in sodium and free of cholesterol.
The potato flour/potato flakes in the recipe enhances its nutritional content by providing additional fiber, iron, and vitamin C.
As the recipe uses whole wheat and all-purpose flour, it may have some health benefits like reducing the risk of heart disease and certain digestive issues.

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