Grandma's Country Cheese Bread

I can't take credit for this recipe. It has been handed down for generations! Courtesy of my Grandma Nelson, this bread was a staple during my childhood and now I am passing it on to you. One of my children's favorites. This simple recipe will give you two loves and tons of flavor. Afraid of baking bread? Please don't be! I have made A LOT of mistakes while making this and it's still perfect. Use it to dip in soups and stews, make a sandwich out of it or just warm it up and savor it.

Servings: 12

Prep time: 30 minutes

Cook time: 2 hours (includes rising of bread)

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups warm milk

2 Tbsp sugar

1 Tbsp salt

1/4 cup melted butter

6-7 cups flour

7 oz grated sharp cheddar cheese

2 pkg yeast

1 cup lukewarm water

1 egg, lightly beaten

Instructions

Combine milk, sugar, salt, seasoning salt and butter

Blend in two cups of flour and beat until smooth

Dissolve yeast in water

Add to milk mixture

Blend in remaining flour for a soft dough

Add cheese

Knead 8-10 minutes, keeping dough sticky

Let rise

Divide, put into two loaf pans

Let rise

Bake at 400 degrees for 30-40 minutes