Black Creek® Cheese | Cheddar Jalapeño Soda Bread with Sweet & Smokey Red Pepper Cheddar Spread

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 tsp. baking soda
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 4 tablespoons butter, frozen
• 7 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1 c. buttermilk, at room temperature
• 1 large egg, at room temperature
• 1/2 c. cooked bacon, drained and finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons fresh diced jalapeño peppers, seeds and membrane removed
• 3/4 c. mayonnaise
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 4 ounces jarred roasted red pepper, drained
• 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp. onion, finely grated
• 1/8 tsp. ground cumin
• 8 ounces smoked Cheddar cheese, shredded
• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray and set aside.
• Bake for 35-45 minutes until golden brown and a skewer inserted in the middle comes out clean. Allow bread to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
• Spread also can be used as a delicious sandwich condiment.