Description
A recipe for savory bread featuring jalapeno peppers and cheese.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh jalapenos (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Dissolve the yeast and sugar in the warm water in a large bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in the melted butter, salt, cheese, and chopped jalapenos into the yeast mixture.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 to 7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- Cover the pan loosely and let the dough rise again for 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C).
- Remove the bread from the pan immediately and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- For milder bread, blanch the chopped jalapenos in boiling water for 1 minute before adding them to the dough.
- You can substitute Monterey Jack cheese for cheddar if you prefer a milder cheese flavor.
- Brush the top of the loaf with an egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 teaspoon water) before the second rise for a shinier crust.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 25
Keywords: jalapeno cheese bread, spicy bread, cheddar bread, homemade bread, quick bread