Step 1

Pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, sugar, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Stir in the cheddar, bacon, and chives into the flour mixture and stir well to combine.

Step 4

Add in the buttermilk and stir until thoroughly mixed together.

Step 5

On a floured surface, knead for 2 minutes. If the dough is overly dry and wont hold together, add in more buttermilk 1 tablespoon at a time and continue to knead for a minute.

Step 6

Form the dough into a round loaf and place on the baking sheet. Cut a large X into the top of the loaf going about 2/3 of an inch deep.

Step 7

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on the outside and full cooked on the inside (test doneness by sticking a fork or toothpick into the center of the loaf).

Step 8

ENJOY!!!