Aniseed Loaf

Name: Aniseed Loaf
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 1 loaf
Ingredients: 1 cup sugar; 1/2 cup honey; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup buttermilk; 1 tablespoon aniseed

Total Time Prep: 10 min. Bake: 35 min. + cooling

Yield 1 loaf

Test Kitchen Approved

A pleasant anise flavor distinguishes this from other quick breads. I've found that the old-fashioned flavor appeals to all.—Henrietta Tenhage, Fergus, Ontario

Ingredients

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup honey
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon aniseed

Directions

In a large bowl, beat the sugar, honey and oil. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to sugar mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Stir in aniseed.
Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 35-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.