Irish Soda Bread (Crocker)

1. 1

   Heat oven to 375F (190C).

2. 2

   Cut margarine into flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt with pastry blender until mixture resembles fine crumbs.

3. 3

   Stir in raisins and just enough buttermilk so dough leaves side of bowl.

4. 4

   Turn dough onto lightly floured surface.

5. 5

   Knead until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Shape into round loaf, about 6 1/2 inches in diameter.

7. 7

   Place on greased cookie sheet.

8. 8

   Cut an X about 1/2 inch deep through loaf with floured knife.

9. 9

   Bake until golden brown, 35 to 45 minutes.

10. 10

    Brush with margarine or butter, softened, if desired.

11. 11

    1 loaf (12 servings); 125 calories per serving.

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