Picnic Bread (From South Africa) Recipe

Name: Picnic Bread (From South Africa)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups flour; 4 teaspoons baking powder (not soda); 1 cup chopped spring onion; 3 cups coarsely grated cheddar cheese; 1 lb fairly lean bacon, chopped into smallish pieces (2 packets); 8 large eggs, beaten; 2 teaspoons seasoning salt, such as aromat; fresh coarse ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon chili sauce; 3 tablespoons melted butter; 1 cup buttermilk

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups flour
4 teaspoons baking powder (not soda)
1 cup chopped spring onion
3 cups coarsely grated cheddar cheese
1 lb fairly lean bacon, chopped into smallish pieces (2 packets)
8 large eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons seasoning salt, such as aromat
fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chili sauce
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 cup buttermilk

1
Set oven on 350 deg F.
2
Grease well 2 fairly small bread tins.
3
Mix all the ingredients except the buttermilk. DO NOT fry the bacon: it goes in raw, chopped: it cooks in the baking process and adds to the flavour.
4
Add JUST enough buttermilk to make a soft, almost sticky dough, as for scones. You may not even need the buttermilk, as the consistency will also depend on the size of the eggs used.
5
Divide batter between the 2 tins.
6
Bake about 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until a skewer comes out clean. Turn out and cool on a rack.
7
It's going to be difficult to guess the servings, as the bread is rich and filling. When cool, wrap in foil and keep at room temperature or in fridge overnight (assuming you're going to use it on a trip of for school the next day).
8
It freezes well.

2024

kcal

Calories

151

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups flour, 4 teaspoons baking powder (not soda), 1 cup chopped spring onion, 3 cups coarsely grated cheddar cheese, and more.

Yes, Picnic Bread (From South Africa) falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Picnic Bread (From South Africa)

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Variations & substitutions

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