Cheese Bread

Total Time: 1 hr Cook Time: 1 hr

Ingredients

• 2 (1/4 ounce) packets active dry yeast
• 2 cups warm milk
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 1/4-inch dice

Recipe

• 1 dissolve the yeast in the milk in a large mixing bowl and allow to proof for 5 minutes, until it begins to form a froth on the surface.
• 2 add the sugar, butter, and salt and stir to dissolve.
• 3 add the flour and beat with an electric mixer until smooth.
• 4 add the cheese and mix to thoroughly combine.
• 5 pour the batter into a well greased 1 1/2 quart (1. 5 l) casserole dish and cover loosely with waxed paper.
• 6 allow to sit at room temperature until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
• 7 bake in a preheated 350°f (180°c) oven for 50 to 60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• 8 allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.