Swiss Beer Bread

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a different flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Agave syrup is a lower-glycemic sweetener.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Grease a loaf pan with butter or oil.

In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

Mix in the yeast and any herbs you desire.

Pour in the beer and mix until just combined.

Add melted butter and mix until the dough forms.

Fold in grated cheddar cheese, diced onion, and minced garlic.

Transfer the dough to the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.

Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Remove from the pan and cool completely on a wire rack.

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens