Herb & Cheese Quick Bread (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
07 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
08 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
09 - 1 cup whole milk
10 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
11 - 2 large eggs

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
03 - Stir in the cheddar cheese, parsley, thyme, and rosemary until evenly distributed.
04 - In another bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and eggs until well blended.
05 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
06 - Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
07 - Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
08 - Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Notes:

01 - Experiment with different cheeses like Gruyere or feta for variations. Substitute dill or chives for the herbs, or add spice with red pepper flakes or jalapeños.
02 - For a rustic texture, replace half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.