Beer, Cheese 'n Onion Bread

Ginsugirl's Note:

I like to make my bread dough a day ahead; the fridge slows but doesn't stop the yeast. This may look like a lot of work, but other than the first few steps, it's no more difficult than grabbing a drink from the fridge. Marmite isn't as scary as people think once it's cooked into other things, but if you hate it that much, leave it out and add a little extra salt instead. I've even made a version with prepared horseradish. I like brown ale or Guinness for this, but any old beer or even water will do.

• Total Time: 50 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 6

Yield: 6.0 mini-lo ...

• 1 large onion , finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons olive oil or 3 tablespoons butter
• 2⁄3; cup warm beer (should be heated to about 130F) or 2⁄3; cup water (should be heated to about 130F)
• 2 tablespoons yeast (not the instant type)
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons marmite
• 2 cups flour , plus extra as needed
• 1 cup old cheddar cheese , grated, at room temperature
• oil or melted butter , for brushing tops of loaves
• ¼ cup grated cheddar cheese , preferably orange
• ¼ cup thinly sliced green onion (green part only)
• sea salt , for sprinkling tops

Directions:

1. Saute onions over medium-low heat in the oil or butter until soft but not brown. Set aside and cool.
2. In a large bowl, whisk liquid, marmite and sugar until dissolved. Whisk in yeast and a handful of the flour. Leave in a draft-free spot for 10-15 minutes.
3. When the mixture is foamy, add the rest of the flour, cheddar, and onion mixture, until combined.
4. Knead on a floured surface, about 10 minutes.
5. Place in a greased bowl, cover with plastic, and refrigerate overnight.
6. Day two: Take out of the fridge, allow to sit for 60 minutes.
7. Pre-heat oven to 350°F.
8. Punch the dough down, and dived into six parts.
9. Roll each portion into a roughly oval shape.
10. Place on a large baking tray, bush with oil and sprinkle with green onions, cheese and salt. allow to sit for another 30 minutes.
11. Bake for 20-25 minutes, then move to a cooling rack.
12. Swat husband's hand with a wooden spoon when he tries to sneak one before dinner.