PICNIC BREAD (FROM SOUTH AFRICA)

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This is the perfect road food, fisherman's lunch, school lunch bread, breakfast ... I can't be without this recipe, given to me long ago by a friend. It definitely does not need butter -- just slice and eat. Please note that this does not pretend to be a low-fat recipe! It is meant for long days away from home, when one slice means sustenance.

Provided by Zurie

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h25m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups flour
4 teaspoons baking powder (not soda)
1 cup chopped spring onion
3 cups coarsely grated cheddar cheese
1 lb fairly lean bacon, chopped into smallish pieces (2 packets)
8 large eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons seasoning salt, such as aromat
fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chili sauce
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • Set oven on 350 deg F.
  • Grease well 2 fairly small bread tins.
  • Mix all the ingredients except the buttermilk. DO NOT fry the bacon: it goes in raw, chopped: it cooks in the baking process and adds to the flavour.
  • Add JUST enough buttermilk to make a soft, almost sticky dough, as for scones. You may not even need the buttermilk, as the consistency will also depend on the size of the eggs used.
  • Divide batter between the 2 tins.
  • Bake about 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until a skewer comes out clean. Turn out and cool on a rack.
  • It's going to be difficult to guess the servings, as the bread is rich and filling. When cool, wrap in foil and keep at room temperature or in fridge overnight (assuming you're going to use it on a trip of for school the next day).
  • It freezes well.

Asim Azam
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Overall, I really enjoyed this recipe. The bread was delicious and it was easy to make. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Babu Sheikh
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This bread is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good recipe. I'll probably try it again with less sugar next time.


tangela young
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've used it to make everything from sandwiches to garlic bread to croutons.


Nan Dee
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This bread is the perfect addition to any picnic basket. It's soft and fluffy, with a slightly sweet flavor that pairs well with all sorts of foods.


Jamida nampewo
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I'm not the biggest fan of raisins, but I still really enjoyed this bread. The raisins added a nice sweetness and texture without being overpowering.


Jeanrene Nicolas
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This recipe was easy to follow and the bread turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again soon.


Wolftghost
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This bread was a little dry for my liking. I think I'll try adding some extra butter or oil next time.


Zacheus Mercy
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This bread is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good recipe. I'll probably try it again with less sugar next time.


Wael Chami
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this bread again and again.


Afrasiyab Khan
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I'm not a huge fan of raisins, but I still really enjoyed this bread. The raisins add a nice sweetness and texture without being overpowering.


Mehboob Hussain
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This bread is the perfect addition to any picnic basket. It's soft and fluffy, with a slightly sweet flavor that pairs well with all sorts of foods.


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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've used it to make everything from sandwiches to garlic bread to croutons.


Shan Rajput
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This bread was a hit at our last picnic! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.