Beer: Not Just for Drinking, but for Baking Bread

On any given day you will find Deschutes Brewery beer in our fridge. Maybe because they're from our hometown or maybe because they're simply the best, either way, Deschutes is tasty to drink and bake with!

This recipe is from the Farmgirl Fare blog. She is right, this recipe is beyond easy! Better yet, this recipe is easily adapted to your favorite herbs and additions.

Ingredients: 
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 Tablespoon baking powder
2 Tablespoons chopped fresh dill (or 2 teaspoons dried)
1 cup finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
12 ounces beer
Optional glaze: 1 egg & 2 teaspoons water, beaten

Directions:
Heat oven to 375°. Combine the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, dill, and cheddar in a large mixing bowl. Slowly stir in the beer and mix just until combined. The batter will be thick.

Spread the batter in a greased 8-inch loaf pan, brush with the egg glaze if desired, and bake until golden brown and a toothpick stuck in the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes.

Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Remove from the pan and cool 10 more minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.