Damper Bread

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt and sugar.

Step 2

Add in the butter and using your fingertips, rub together the butter and flour mixture until you have created a fine sand feeling.

Step 3

Add in the parmesan cheese and olives, mix well

Step 4

Add in the milk and a little bit of cold water if necessary, stir with a wooden spoon and mix until you form a slightly sticky dough. Keep adding in water if necessary

Step 5

Sprinkle a board with some flour and start kneading the dough for a few minutes, until smooth.

Step 6

Once smooth, flatten the dough into a 8” circle.

Step 7

Lightly grease a cookie sheet or parchment paper on a cookie sheet.

Step 8

Using a sharp knife cut the dough into portions, without cutting all the way through the dough to the bottom.

Step 9

Cook in a 350 degree oven for about 50 minutes or until golden brown

Step 10

Let it cool and serve with a little butter.