Herb and Cheddar Squash Bread Recipe
This Herb and Cheddar Squash Bread Recipe combines autumn flavors perfectly. Golden squash creates moist, tender bread with incredible taste.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- 9x5 inch loaf pan
- Electric mixer
- Rubber spatula
- Wire cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cooked butternut squash mashed
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese grated
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F degrees.
- Grease loaf pan with butter thoroughly.
- Mix flour, baking powder, salt together.
- Beat eggs in separate bowl well.
- Add oil, milk to eggs.
- Stir in mashed squash completely.
- Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture.
- Add cheese and herbs gently.
- Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake for 45 minutes until golden.
- Cool completely before slicing bread.
Notes
- Use fresh butternut squash for best flavor
- Grate cheese yourself for superior melting
- Don't overmix batter to avoid dense bread
- Test doneness with inserted toothpick method
- Store covered for three days maximum