This is a family favorite recipe that my mom passed down, but I believe it is originally from Betty Crocker. It's pretty easy to throw a loaf together (and a double batch is just as easy), and doesn't take long since there is no rising time involved. I think it is best the day after it is made, slathered with butter or margarine. I like it best with raisins, and feel like it's missing something when I make it without them, but it's still delicious both ways.
Irish Soda Bread
Makes: 1 round loaf
Ingredients
- 3 T margarine or butter, softened
- 2 1/2 C all-purpose flour
- 2 T sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/3 C raisins (optional)
- 3/4 C buttermilk (I use Saco buttermilk powder)
Mix dry ingredients together.
Cut margarine into dry ingredients.
Stir in raisins and enough buttermilk to make a soft dough.
Turn onto lightly floured surface; knead until smooth (1-2 minutes).
Shape into round loaf ~6-7" diameter.
Place on greased cookie sheet.
Cut an "X" on top, ~1/4" deep with floured knife.
Bake at 375F for about 35-45 minutes until golden brown.
Brush with margarine near the end of baking time, if desired.
Lisa's cheat: don't bother with the floured surface or cutting in "X"; just knead by hand in the mixing bowl for a few minutes, then form into a round shape on the pan as best as you can. The dough will be sticky, so it won't look perfect.
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