J.L. HUDSON'S CHEESE BREAD

1 cup warm water
1 envelope quick rise dry yeast
1 tsp sugar
3 1/2 cups flour
2 tsp salt
5 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar
2 large eggs, beaten
FOR THE TOPPING:
1 egg. beaten
2 tbsp milk

In a 16-oz measuring cup combine warm water, yeast and sugar. Give it a stir and let it stand until it bubbles to the rim of the pitcher (5 or 6 minutes).

Meanwhile mix together flour, salt and cheese. Work in 2 eggs and the yeast mixture until dough can be kneaded in bowl with floured hands, 6 to 8 minutes. When smooth and elastic, let dough rise in greased bowl, covered, 1 hour.

Punch down and let rise again.

Shape to fit greased 9-inch Pyrex loaf dish. Wipe top of loaf in mixture of 1 egg and 2 tbsp milk. Let rise until doubled.

Bake in preheated 375 degree F oven about 45 minutes or until nicely browned. Remove from pan. Cool before slicing.

Source: Gloria Pitzer