Cheddar Beer Bread- Great with chili or a hearty soup

Everyone love this bread and since the beer is the yeast in this recipe, there is no waiting time simply mix and bake. Thanks again Best of Bridge ;)

Ingredients for Cheddar Beer Bread:

• 3 cups flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 12 ounces beer

Preparation of Cheddar Beer Bread:

1. Preheat oven to 350ºF.
2. Combine all the ingredients (except the beer) until well mixed.
3. Add beer a quarter at a time until all ingredients are blended.
4. Spoon into a greased and floured 4x8 inch loaf pan and smooth down with fork.
5. Bake for 1 hour.
6. Remove from pan and cool on wire rack.  Serve warm with soup or stew.

* Make sure to both grease and flour your pan, the bread likes to stick*