Irish Soda Bread
Irish Soda Bread is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 2 c. sifted flour, 3/4 tsp. soda, 1/2 tsp. salt, 6 tbsp. cold shortening (lard is best) and 2/3 c. buttermilk (room temperature), this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. An easy weeknight meal that comes together quickly.
π Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full
Sift dry ingredients (*add sugar if using raisins to make the bread or tea bread.
*Raisins are not added to soda bread when used as a main stay bread.)
Cut in shortening with pastry blend until the consistency of cornmeal.
(*Stir in raisins.)
Add buttermilk gradually until you have a dough not dry.
Knead dough for 1 minute or until smooth.
Shape into round loaf.
Brush with milk and cut a deep cross into loaf to prevent splitting.
Bake on greased sheet at 375Β° for 40 to 50 minutes.
Best served warm.
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