Irish Soda Bread

1. 1

   Sift dry ingredients (*add sugar if using raisins to make the bread or tea bread.

2. 2

   *Raisins are not added to soda bread when used as a main stay bread.)

3. 3

   Cut in shortening with pastry blend until the consistency of cornmeal.

4. 4

   (*Stir in raisins.)

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   Add buttermilk gradually until you have a dough not dry.

6. 6

   Knead dough for 1 minute or until smooth.

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   Shape into round loaf.

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   Brush with milk and cut a deep cross into loaf to prevent splitting.

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   Bake on greased sheet at 375u00b0 for 40 to 50 minutes.

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    Best served warm.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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