Irish Soda Bread

Traditional Irish Soda Bread

Tip: Read directions completely before preparing.

Ingredients:

4 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon baking soda

2 cups buttermilk

Coat for bread

1/2 stick (1/4 cup) butter

1/4 cup buttermilk

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.  Grease bottom of baking dish.

In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, salt, and buttermilk.

 Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead slightly. Form dough into a round and place in prepared baking dish.

In a small bowl, combine melted butter with 1/4 cup buttermilk; brush and coat loaf with this mixture.

Use a sharp knife to cut an 'X' into the top of the loaf.

Bake in preheated oven for 50 - 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. You may continue to brush the loaf with the butter mixture while it bakes. Enjoy!

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