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Cheddar Herb Soda Bread Recipe

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Cheddar Herb Soda Bread is a quick and easy bread perfect for pairing with soups and stews. It combines sharp Cheddar cheese and fresh herbs into a dense yet chewy loaf with a golden crust, offering a comforting homemade bread without the need for yeast or long rising times.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Herbs & Cheese

  • 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped green onions, green parts only
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly dust a clean work surface with flour.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly mixed.
  3. Add Herbs and Cheese: Stir in the chopped green onion tops, minced rosemary, chopped thyme, and grated sharp Cheddar cheese until well distributed.
  4. Add Buttermilk and Form Dough: Pour in the buttermilk and gently stir just until no dry flour remains. The dough will be sticky. Transfer it to the floured surface.
  5. Knead Dough: Flour your hands liberally, then knead the dough gently just until it forms a smooth ball, taking care not to overwork it.
  6. Shape the Loaf: Place the dough ball on the prepared baking sheet and pat it out into a roughly 7- to 8-inch round loaf. Using a sharp knife or bread lame, score a cross on top of the dough.
  7. Bake at High Temperature: Bake in the preheated oven (425°F) for 15 minutes to set the crust and start browning.
  8. Reduce Oven Temperature: Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) without removing the bread and continue baking for another 20 minutes.
  9. Finish Baking: Check the bottom of the bread. If it is still pale or uncooked, carefully flip the bread over so the bottom is on top and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  10. Test and Cool: The bread is done when it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

  • Feel free to vary the herbs; parsley, chives, or dill work great too.
  • Use a sharp Cheddar for the best flavor contrast with the herbs.
  • Make sure not to over-knead the dough to keep the bread light and chewy.
  • Flipping the bread halfway through baking helps ensure even browning and thorough cooking.
  • Serve warm for the best taste, especially alongside soups and stews.

Find it online: https://marthatasty.com/cheddar-herb-soda-bread-recipe/