Irish Soda Bread

1. 1

   Mix dry ingredients well and blend in the unsalted butter until mixture resembles meal. In a bowl, combine the buttermilk and lightly beaten egg.

2. 2

   Stir this mixture into the flour mixture and form into a ball.

3. 3

   Knead the dough lightly on a floured surface until it is smooth.

4. 4

   Transfer it to a buttered baking sheet and form it into an 8-inch round.

5. 5

   Cut a 1/2-inch deep X in the center of the loaf with a shape knife dipped in flour.

6. 6

   Cut should come to within 1-inch of edges.

7. 7

   Bake in a preheated oven at 350u00b0 for 1 hour.

8. 8

   Transfer to a rack and serve warm or at room temperature.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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