Turnip, Thyme, and Apple Bread

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium white onion, sliced into thin rings 
• 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour    
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
• 1 cup grated turnip
• 1/3 cup grated apple (any variety)
• fresh cracked black pepper
• 1 medium egg, lightly beaten 
• 2-4 tbsp milk milk

Directions   

1. Heat the oil in a frying pan, add the onion and cook gently for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly colored. Remove from the heat and cool slightly.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda and powder, salt, thyme, cheese, grated turnip, grated apple, and some pepper. Add the onion, followed by the egg and 2 tablespoons of milk, then mix to form a soft dough, adding the extra milk if needed. Don’t overwork the dough; just bring it together with a little light kneading. Shape into a round and place on an oiled baking sheet.
3. Bake in an oven preheated to 350 for 30–40 minutes, until the loaf is golden and makes a hollow sound when tapped on the bottom.
4. Leave to cool for a few minutes on a wire rack, then slice and serve while still warm.