Crusty Cheese Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Sprinkle yeast into warm water; stir until dissolved.
2. 2
   Sift together flour, sugar and salt.
3. 3
   In large bowl, combine potatoes, butter, cheese, eggs and milk.
4. 4
   Beat until well blended.
5. 5
   Add yeast mixture and dry ingredients; mix thoroughly.
6. 6
   Turn dough onto well floured surface.
7. 7
   Knead about 8 minutes or until smooth and satiny. Place in greased bowl.
8. 8
   Cover.
9. 9
   Let rise in warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
10. 10
    Punch down dough.
11. 11
    Knead gently on floured surface for 2 minutes.
12. 12
    Shape into a 20-inch roll.
13. 13
    Place in a well-greased 9-inch ring mold.
14. 14
    Pinch edges to seal.
15. 15
    Cover.
16. 16
    Let rise until almost doubled, about 30 minutes.
17. 17
    Bake at 375° for 25 to 35 minutes.
18. 18
    Yields 1 ring.