Herb Tea Loaf

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350F Butter and flour a 9-by-5-by-3 inch loaf pan.
2. 2
   Sift the flour with the baking powder and salt and set aside.
3. 3
   Stir the herbs into the milk and set aside.
4. 4
   Cream the butter and sugar.
5. 5
   Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
6. 6
   Add the vanilla and blend well.
7. 7
   Add the flour alternately in three parts with the milk.
8. 8
   Pour the batter into the pan, spreading it evenly.
9. 9
   Bake for 45 to 50 minutes.
10. 10
    The loaf is done when the top is golden brown, the edges pull away slightly, and a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
11. 11
    Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn onto a rack.
12. 12
    When cool, cut into 1-inch cubes and use as fondue dippers.