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Cheddar and Herb Soda Bread

Cheddar and Herb Soda Bread

  • Author: Jenna
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8 servings) 1x
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Irish

Description

An easy, no-yeast bread loaded with sharp cheddar and fresh herbs, perfect for soups and sandwiches.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra as needed
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
  • 1 tbsp each chopped fresh thyme, rosemary, and sage
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¾ cups buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Stir in herbs and cheese.
  4. Add buttermilk and stir to form a shaggy dough.
  5. Turn onto floured surface; knead lightly 3-4 times into a ball.
  6. Pat into a 7-inch circle.
  7. Transfer to a floured baking sheet, dust with flour, and score a deep cross on top.
  8. Bake 15 min. Reduce heat to 375°F and bake 30-35 min more until hollow-sounding.
  9. Cool wrapped in a tea towel.

Notes

Best enjoyed the day it’s made. Freezes well.

Keywords: cheddar herb soda bread, easy soda bread recipe, no yeast bread, savory quick bread, homemade bread