Ingredients
2 tablespoons sugar2 packages (1/4 ounce each) quick-rise yeast1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups water2 tablespoons butter, cubed3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese, divided1/4 cup finely chopped onion
Preparation
In a large bowl, mix sugar, yeast, salt, pepper and 2-1/2 cups flour. In a small saucepan, heat water and butter to 120°-130°; stir into dry ingredients. Stir in 3/4 cup cheese, onion and remaining flour, forming a soft dough. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest 10 minutes.
Shape dough into a ball; place in a greased 2-qt. round baking dish. Cover with a kitchen towel; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°.
Bake until golden brown, 40-45 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Cool in baking dish 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool.
