Bacon Cheddar Quick Bread With Dried Pears Recipe

Ingredients for Bacon Cheddar Quick Bread With Dried Pears

• Bacon
• Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped dried pears (plumped in warm water)
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• Fresh Sage
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Ground Black Pepper
• 2 large eggs
• Whole Milk
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil

How to Make Bacon Cheddar Quick Bread With Dried Pears

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2 inch metal loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon, 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup chopped dried pears (plumped in warm water), 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, and 1 teaspoon dried sage.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 cup milk, and 1/4 cup olive oil.
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Add the bacon-cheese-pear mixture and stir until evenly incorporated.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
8. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The bread should be golden brown on top.
9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 5 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Enjoy fresh from the oven! For best results, consume within one day. Leftovers can be stored at room temperature, wrapped in plastic wrap and foil, for up to one day. Reheat and enjoy toasted with butter.