GARLIC CHEDDAR HERB IRISH SODA BREAD {+VIDEO} - OH SWEET BASIL

Garlic Cheddar Herb Irish Soda Bread {+Video} - Oh Sweet Basil image

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 11

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

Steps:

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.