Hearty Cheese Bread

2 cups flour, sifted
1/2 tsp. salt
2 1/4 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. soda
1/4 cup shortening
1/4 cup thick sour milk
1/2 cup sharp cheese, crumbled
1 Tbsp. minced green pepper
1 Tbsp. minced onion

Sift flour, add the other dry ingredients. Cut in the shortening. Then add the milk and mix with a fork until a soft dough is formed. Stir in the cheese, onion, and pepper. Turn into a greased pan and bake 30 minutes at 375 degrees.