1 tbsp. shortening
3 tbsp. cornmeal
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 tbsp. sugar
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp. Italian seasoning
1 (12 oz.) can beer (at room temperature)
2 tbsp. butter

Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease a loaf pan with the shortening and sprinkle bottom and sides with the cornmeal.

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cheese and seasoning. Mix well. Stir in beer to produce thick batter. Turn batter into pan. Bake at 325°F for about 65 minutes. Brush baked loaf with softened butter and sprinkle with additional cornmeal, if desired. Turn out and cool on rack.