Beer Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a standard 9x5 inch loaf pan and set aside.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
3. 3
   Make a well in the center of the ingredients, then pour the beer in.
4. 4
   Mix until the dough just comes together, it should still be a little lumpy.
5. 5
   Turn out into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
6. 6
   Brush the top with the melted butter.
7. 7
   Place the loaf pan on a baking sheet, then place into the oven.
8. 8
   Bake for 35-45 minutes, until golden brown on top and a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. 9
   Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then turn out onto a baking rack to cool.
10. 10
    Slice and serve right away, this doesn't keep well and should be eaten the same day it's made for the best taste and texture.