irish soda bread

How To Make irish soda bread

• 1

  Combine first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Cut in shortening until crumbly.
• 2

  Stir in raisins and caraway seeds.
• 3

  Combine buttermilk and egg. Add to the crumb mixture.
• 4

  Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently 5 to 6 times.
• 5

  Divide dough in half, shape into 2 balls and pat each into a 6" round loaf. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet.
• 6

  Using a sharp knife, cut a 4" cross about 1/4" deep on top of each loaf.
• 7

  Brush with butter and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, if desired.
• 8

  Bake at 375 for 40 - 45 minutes or until loaves are golden brown.
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