Cheese And Chive Damper (Australian Soda Bread) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 cups self-rising flour
1 tsp ground mustard
2 tbsp chilled butter, chopped
3/4 cup grated Cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
1/2 cup milk

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 400\u00b0F. Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
Sift flour and mustard into a large bowl. Rub in butter using fingertips until it resembles breadcrumbs (this can be done in a food processor if liked). Stir in cheese and chives. Season to taste.
Add combined milk and 1/2 cup water, mixing quickly to a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface. Knead lightly and form into a 10-inch round. Place on prepared pan.
Bake for 35-40 mins, until bottom sounds hollow when tapped. Serve warm in wedges with butter.