Ingredients

The following ingredients have 12 Servings
  • 4 Cups Flour (plus 2 Tablespoons)
  • 1 1/4 Teaspoon Salt
  • 1 Teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 Teaspoon Sugar
  • 2/3 Cup Cheese (Shredded Sharp)
  • 2 Cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 Teaspoon Rosemary (Fresh, chopped or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 Teaspoon Thyme (Fresh, or 1/2 Teaspoon dried)
  • 4 Tablespoons Butter (cold)
  • 1 Egg (Large, whisked)
  • 1 3/4 Cup Buttermilk

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 425°
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda and sugar.
  • Add the cheese and herbs and toss to coat.
  • Break the butter up into the flour and using your hands, pinch and mix the flour in until it resembles a grainy texture.
  • Make a well in the center and add the egg and buttermilk.
  • Use a wooden spoon to stir it together then switch to your hands and knead the dough gently just until it forms a ball.
  • Butter a skillet, dutch oven or cookie sheet and place the dough on top.
  • Use a knife to cut a cross in the dough, only about 1/2" deep and then bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
  • Remove from the oven and serve hot and fresh.