Cheese bread dough

Here’s a basic recipe for cheese bread dough:

Ingredients:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite cheese)
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm milk (110°F or 45°C)
• ¼ cup melted butter
• 1 large egg

Instructions:

1. Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the sugar in the warm milk. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes, or until frothy.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
3. Combine Ingredients: Create a well in the center of the flour mixture. Pour in the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a dough starts to form.
4. Knead Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
5. Add Cheese: Gently knead the shredded cheese into the dough until evenly distributed.
6. First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
7. Shape and Second Rise: Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf or divide it into smaller portions. Place the dough into a greased loaf pan or on a baking sheet. Cover and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
8. Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped.
9. Cool: Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Enjoy your homemade cheese bread!