Our Gluten Free Version Of Marion Cunningham'S Irish Soda Bread

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   Preheat oven to 375F.

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   Grease an 8-inch glass pie plate or a baking sheet.

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   Put the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl and stir with a fork to blend.

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   Add the buttermilk and stir vigorously until the dough comes together.

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   Add dried fruit if using.

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   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and knead gently for a minute. The dough will be soft and malleable, but, tantalizing as it is, it should not be overworked.

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   Pat the dough into a disk about 6 inches across, slash an X across the top, cutting it about 1/2-inch deep, and place the dough in the greased pan or on the baking sheet.

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   Bake for about 50 minutes, or until the slash has widened and the bread is golden brown.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.