The Chef says this savory loaf is not only good all by itself, but makes excellent sandwiches and a wonderful base for your favorite spread.

1-1/2	C	all-purpose flour
4	tsp.	double-acting baking powder
1/2	tsp.	salt
	cayenne pepper	to taste
1	C	whole-wheat flour
1		egg
1	C	milk
2	tbsp.	olive oil
3/4	C	chopped walnuts, pecans or pine nuts
3/4	C	chopped cured black and/or green olives such as Kalamata or Nicoise
1/2	tsp.	dried oregano, crushed

Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt and cayenne. Combine with the whole-wheat flour. Whisk together the egg, milk, and olive oil in a small bowl and add to the flour mixture, stirring just enough to combine. Add the olives, nuts and oregano. Place the batter in a greased loaf pan and bake in a preheated 350F oven for 45 minutes. Makes 1 loaf.