Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder, plus
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 (2 1/4 ounce) can olives, sliced & drained
  • 1 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)

Method

  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • Coat a 9x5-inch loaf pan or a baking sheet with oil or nonstick spray.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, salt, oregano, and cumin in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Stir with a fork or whisk to distribute.
  • Add beaten egg, milk, and oil. Stir until moistened. Stir in olives and nuts if using.
  • Smooth dough into 9x5-inch loaf pan, or form dough into a ball shape, place on pan, and flatten into a round about 3 inches high and 8 or 9 inches in diameter. Brush a little olive oil on the top if desired.
  • Bake about 40 minutes, or until brown and knife inserted into the center comes out clean.