Description
A delightful twist on traditional Irish soda bread, combining sharp cheddar cheese and fragrant herbs for a comforting, rustic loaf.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
- 2 tsp dried Italian seasoning (or 1 tbsp fresh rosemary and thyme)
- 1.75 cups cold buttermilk
- 2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or use a cast-iron skillet.
- Mix the dry ingredients: whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and herbs in a large bowl.
- Add the freshly shredded cheddar cheese until evenly coated with the flour mixture.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the cold buttermilk. Gently stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into an 8-inch round loaf.
- Transfer the loaf to the prepared baking sheet or skillet. Cut a deep
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg