Cheddar Loaves

Ingredients

• 3 tsp. active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 2 cups warm milk
• 2 Tbsp. butter, melted
• 2 eggs
• 3 tsp. sugar
• 2 tsp. salt
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• 6-6 1/2 cups flour
• 2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Directions

In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, butter, eggs, sugar, salt and 6 cup flour. Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes. stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic; about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.

Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead cheese into the dough. Divide in half; shape each portion into a 6 inch round loaf. Place on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. Refrigerate leftovers.

By Robin from Washington, IA