Sometimes you are in the mood for something a little different. This savory Chunky Bacon & Apple Cheddar bread certainly fits that order.
While this quick bread has apples in it, it is not a sweet bread, but rather a savory bread.
A slice of this bread pairs perfectly with a roasted chicken instead of ordinary rolls.
To begin, preheat your oven to 350°(F).
Grease an 8.5 x 4.5 inch loaf pan and set it aside for now.
Cook 5 slices of turkey or beef bacon with 2 tablespoons of butter. I prefer apple wood or pecan wood smoked, but use whatever you like. When the bacon is cooked, place it on a plate that is lined with paper towels, but reserve the drippings.
Pour the drippings into a measuring cup and add enough extra virgin olive oil to measure 1/3 cup. Set that aside for now.
In a bowl, combine 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of fine salt, and 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne pepper. Stir these together and set aside.
In your mixing bowl, beat 3 eggs, 1/3 cup milk, and the drippings & oil blend together. Add in your dry ingredients and mix until jut combined. Dice a Honeycrisp (or Granny Smith) apple, cut the bacon into strips and shred 2/3 cup of sharp cheddar cheese. Add these all to the mixing bowl and stir them into the thick batter.
Spread the batter into your loaf pan. Bake for 40 minutes and then carefully cover the loaf with a sheet of aluminum foil to prevent over browning. Bake another 10-15 minutes or until the loaf tests done when a wooden pick is inserted into the center.
Cool the bread in the pan on a wire rack for about 10 minutes. Then remove it from the pan and cool completely.
Slice and serve. Enjoy!
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