Bacon Cheddar Quick Bread With Dried Pears Recipe

Name: Bacon Cheddar Quick Bread With Dried Pears
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 pieces sliced bacon, cooked and chopped; 1 cup coarsely grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese; ½ cup extra-sharp cheddar cheese (in 1/4-inch cubes); ½ cup dried pears (about 3 1/2 ounces, finely chopped); ½ cup walnuts, toasted and chopped; 1 tablespoon minced fresh sage; 1 ¾ cups flour; 1 tablespoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; 3 large eggs; ⅓ cup whole milk; ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

5 pieces sliced bacon, cooked and chopped
1 cup coarsely grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese
½ cup extra-sharp cheddar cheese (in 1/4-inch cubes)
½ cup dried pears (about 3 1/2 ounces, finely chopped)
½ cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh sage
1 ¾ cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 large eggs
⅓ cup whole milk
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Generously butter 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2 inch metal loaf pan.
3
Combine chopped cooked bacon, all cheese, dried pears, walnuts, and sage in medium bowl.
4
Whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper in large bowl to blend.
5
Whisk eggs, milk, and olive oil in another medium bowl to blend.
6
Pour egg mixture over flour mixture and stir just until dry ingredients are moistened.
7
Add bacon-cheese mixture and stir until incorporated (dough will be very sticky).
8
Transfer dough to prepared loaf pan; spread evenly.
9
Bake on rack in center of oven, until golden on top and slender knife inserted into center of bread comes out clean ~ about 55 minutes.
10
Cool bread in pan for 5 minutes, then turn onto rack and cool completely.
11
It tastes best the day it is made.
12
Can be made one day ahead ~ Wrap in plastic wrap, then foil, and store at room temperature.
13
To be eaten later ~ try it toasted and topped with butter.

1433

kcal

Calories

105

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 pieces sliced bacon, cooked and chopped, 1 cup coarsely grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese, ½ cup extra-sharp cheddar cheese (in 1/4-inch cubes), ½ cup dried pears (about 3 1/2 ounces, finely chopped), and more.

Yes, Bacon Cheddar Quick Bread With Dried Pears falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bacon Cheddar Quick Bread With Dried Pears

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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