Herbed Beer Bread

3 c Self rising flour

3 tb Sugar

1 tb Dried Italian herbs

12 oz Beer; room temperature

1/2 c Parmesan cheese; grated

1 tb Shortening

3 tb Cornmeal

2 tb Butter or margarine; soften

In large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cheese and dried herbs. Mix well to combine. Stir in the room temperature beer to produce a stiff batter. Preheat oven to 325~. Grease a loaf pan with the shortening and sprinkle cornmeal on bottom and sides. Turn batter into pan. Bake at 325~ for about 65 minutes. Brush baked bread with softened butter and sprinkle with additional cornmeal if desired. Turn out and cool on rack. -----