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Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a standard loaf pan with butter or oil.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder until evenly mixed.
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Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese to the dry mixture until cheese is coated with flour.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter, and the large egg until smooth.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading evenly. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top, if using.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.