Beer bread

Since we’re on the subject of carbs and beer, it’s time for a recipe! My wife, who has been using her new bread maker to make a host of different beers, found this recipe for a quick Beer Bread in a Rachel Ray magazine (also available from the Food Network here).

Beer bread

Cooking spray
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
12 ounces lager beer
2 tablespoons olive oil

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat an 8-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Make a well in the center. Pour in beer and olive oil and mix until just blended. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake 45 minutes, until golden brown.