LEMON THYME TEA BREAD

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Provided by Cassie *

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 c milk
1 Tbsp 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 c butter, softened
1 c sugar
2 eggs
2 c all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 - 1 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp grated lemon peel
GLAZE
1/2 c confectioners' sugar
1 Tbsp lemon juice

Steps:

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine milk and thyme. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until bubbly, cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Cool to room temperature.
2. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with reserved milk mixture. Stir in lemon juice and peel.
3. Pour into a greased 9 x 5 loaf pan. Bake at 350Degree F. for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.
4. In a small bowl, combine glaze ingredients until smooth, drizzle over bread.