1-800-255-0600
The BALSAMS Logo
The BALSAMS swash
Far more than a lovely place to stay, The BALSAMS Grand Resort and Hotel is a gracious home away from home. Surrounded by the tranquility and natural beauty of the rugged New Hampshire mountains, The BALSAMS provides an environment that is at once uncomplicated, yet sophisticated in every way. Awaiting guests is the full BALSAMS experience, where inviting accommodations, the famous breakfast buffet, exquisite five-course dining, mountain bike and boat rentals, golf greens fees and live entertainment are a part of each visit.
 

Culinary Apprenticeship Program | Cooking Classes | Upcoming Events | Culinary News | Meet our Chefs | Signature Recipes


Appetizer | Soup | Entrée | Side Dish | Dessert | Using The BALSAMS Lager

Using The BALSAMS Lager

Balsams Lager Bread

Prep time:   1 hour
Yields:  12 servings

Ingredients

5 cups all purpose flour
3 teaspoons double-acting baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 cups sour cream, 12 ounces
5 tablespoons sugar
12 ounces Balsams Lager
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Procedure

Combine the sifted flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in a large bowl.  Blend well.

Combine the sour cream and beer and mix thoroughly.  Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet.  Do not overmix.  Grease a 2 1/2 quart baking dish or loaf pan of similar size.  Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Pour mixture into pan and bake for 40-45 minutes.

Remove and brush top with the melted butter.  Return to oven and bake 15 minutes longer, or until browned and sounds "hollow" when tapped.