Cheesy Herb Bread

This savoury bread may be enjoyed anytime with pretty much anything. Different herbs and different cheeses will change the deliciousness of this loaf however it is all for the better.   

Cheesy Herb Bread

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1 2/3 cups self - rising flour 

1 teaspoon English mustard powder

2 tablespoons fresh or dried chives

1 teaspoon fresh or dried summer savoury

1 teaspoon fresh or dried thyme

2 teaspoons fresh or dried parsley 

2 cups strong Cheddar cheese, grated

1/2 stick (1/4 cup) of butter

1 egg, beaten

2/3 cup water

Pre-heat oven to 375ºF. 

Grease and flour a loaf tin. Line the prepared loaf tin with parchment paper. Set aside.

In a large bowl, mix together the flour, mustard, herbs and cheese. Melt the butter, add it to the mixture and add the egg and water as well. Mix to a soft, wet, cake-like dough.

Turn into the prepared loaf tin and bake for 45 minutes until well risen and golden brown. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack. Serve warm with butter. 

Notes: Oven vary so baking time may vary. 

Hope everyone had a lovely relaxing long weekend. We did! - JD