Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 cup shredded old cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup chopped green onion
• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for topping)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. In large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, cheese, onions, sugar, baking soda, salt and cayenne.

3. In small bowl, whisk together buttermilk and oil. Add to dry ingredients all at once; stir with fork until soft dough forms.

4. Turn out dough onto lightly floured surface. With floured hands, press dough into ball; knead lightly 10 times. Place on greased baking sheet; gently pat out dough into 6-in (15 cm) circle.

5. Topping:.

6. Sprinkle flour over loaf. With sharp knife, score large X on top of loaf. Bake in oven for about 45 minutes or until golden and tester inserted in centre comes out clean.