GRANDMA'S POTICA
This is my Slovenian grandmother's recipe. She made it every year for Christmas. I've continued the tradition by making loaves for my family at Christmas as well. This is a special treat for the family and a wonderful family tradition. Recipe makes 2 loaves.
Provided by Sue Huhn
Categories Sweet Breads
Time 4h30m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. Scald milk Add sugar, salt and 1/4 C shortening Cool to lukewarm
- 2. Measure water (warm, not hot) into a large bowl Add yeast. Stir until dissolved Stir yeast into luke warm milk mixture
- 3. Put half the flour into a large bowl Add eggs Add milk/yeast mixture Beat until smooth
- 4. Stir in remaining flour to make a soft dough. Turn out onto a lightly floured board and knead until smooth and elastic. Place in greased bowl, turning once to grease top of dough.
- 5. Cover and let rise in a warm place, free from drafts until double in bulk, about one hour.
- 6. While dough is rising mix all ingredients for walnut filling.
- 7. When dough has doubled in bulk, punch down. Turn out onto lightly floured board. Divided in half
- 8. Roll each half out into an oblong (about 20" x 10") Spread each portion evenly with filling.
- 9. Roll up jelly roll fashion, starting at the long side. Cut roll into 3 equal pieces.
- 10. Place the 3 pieces with seam side down in eachof the greased 8" x 4" x 2" loaf pans.
- 11. Cover and let rise in a warm place until dough rounds slightly above the top of the pans, about one hour.
- 12. Bake at 350 degrees about 25 to 30 minutes.
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Qurban Ch
[email protected]This is the best potica recipe I've ever tried! It's easy to make and always turns out perfect.
ASIM Qureshi
[email protected]This potica is delicious! The dough is soft and fluffy, and the filling is sweet and nutty. I will definitely be making this again.
Sujon Sheak
[email protected]The filling was a bit bland. I think I'll try adding some more spices next time.
Malik Shab
[email protected]This potica is a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding some more liquid next time.
Racheal Borogun
[email protected]I've never made potica before, but this recipe made it easy. The instructions were clear and the dough was easy to work with. The potica turned out great!
Candyman
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The potica is beautiful and delicious.
Annette Gester
[email protected]I made this potica for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I'll definitely be making it again.
Xame cabdi qaadir
[email protected]The dough was a bit difficult to work with, but the end result was worth it. The potica was delicious and everyone loved it.
Robin Bradley
[email protected]This potica was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try using less sugar next time.
Kodi Kimura
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my potica turned out perfectly. It was so beautiful and delicious that I almost didn't want to share it!
Mir Saqib Mir Saqib
[email protected]This is the best potica recipe I've ever tried! The dough is so easy to work with and the filling is delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
R A K A N
[email protected]I've been making this potica for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The key is to use high-quality ingredients and to let the dough rise slowly. It's worth the wait!
Razz Himal
[email protected]Grandma's potica was a hit at our family gathering! Everyone loved the sweet, nutty filling and the soft, fluffy dough. It was the perfect dessert to end a special meal.