Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pitted olives (green or black)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using).
- In another bowl, mix milk, olive oil, and eggs until well combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently; do not overmix.
- Fold in cheese, olives, and thyme until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into the loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer/Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Use high-quality cheese for better flavor. Mix gently to avoid dense bread. Fresh herbs enhance taste compared to dried ones.