3 c. all-purpose flour
1 tbsp. granulated sugar
1 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. baking powder (make sure it's fresh!)
2 tbsp. chopped fresh dill (or 2 tsp. dried)
1 c. finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
12 oz. beer
Optional glaze: 1 egg & 2 tsp. water, beaten
Heat
oven to 375 degrees. Combine flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, dill,
and cheddar in a large mixing bowl. Slowly stir in beer and mix just
until combined. Batter will be thick. Spread in a greased 8-inch loaf
pan, brush with egg glaze if desired, and bake until golden brown and a
toothpick stuck in the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Cool
in the pan on a rack for 10 minutes. Remove from pan and cool 10 more
minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
