Irish Soda Bread
By
RC :)
@rcrc
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Recipe is from a member of my freshman Speech class who used the recipe for her "demonstration" speech.
Ingredients
- 4 c
- flour
- 1/4 c
- sugar
- 1 tsp
- baking powder
- 1 tsp
- baking soda
- 1/2 tsp
- salt
- 6 Tbsp
- shortening
- 1/2 c
- raisins
- 1 Tbsp
- caraway seeds
- 1 1/4 c
- buttermilk
- 1
- egg, lightly beaten
- 2 Tbsp
- butter, melted
- cinnamon sugar (optional)
How to Make Irish Soda Bread
- 1Combine first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Cut in shortening until crumbly.
- 2Stir in raisins and caraway seeds.
- 3Combine buttermilk and egg. Add to the crumb mixture.
- 4Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently 5 to 6 times.
- 5Divide dough in half, shape into 2 balls and pat each into a 6" round loaf. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet.
- 6Using a sharp knife, cut a 4" cross about 1/4" deep on top of each loaf.
- 7Brush with butter and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, if desired.
- 8Bake at 375 for 40 - 45 minutes or until loaves are golden brown.
About Irish Soda Bread
Course/Dish: Other Breads
Main Ingredient: Bread
Regional Style: Irish
Hashtags: #Irish, #soda bread
