Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for shaping
- 1½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
- 1 tbsp each of fresh thyme, rosemary, and sage (chopped)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1¾ cups buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Lightly flour a baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir in herbs and shredded cheese until evenly combined.
- Add buttermilk and stir until a dough forms. Turn out onto floured surface, knead lightly 2–3 times, and form into a 7-inch circle.
- Transfer to baking sheet, dust top with flour, and score a deep cross across the top.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 375°F and bake an additional 30–35 minutes, or until bread sounds hollow when tapped.
- Wrap in a clean tea towel and let cool before slicing.
Notes
- Use sharp cheddar for best flavor.
- Substitute dried herbs (1 tsp each) if fresh is not available.
- Buttermilk substitute: 1¾ cups milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
