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Irish Soda Bread

Source of Recipe


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List of Ingredients



• 3 Tbsp. margarine, softened
  
• 2 1/2 c. flour
  
• 2 Tbsp. sugar
  
• 1 tsp. baking soda
  
• 1 tsp. baking powder
  
• 1/2 tsp. salt
  
• 1/3 c. raisins (optional)
  
• 3/4 c. buttermilk
  






Instructions



1. In large bowl, combine dry ingredients. Cut margarine into other dry ingredients. Stir in raisins and buttermilk to make a soft dough.
   
   
2. Turn out onto lightly floured surface. Knead until smooth.
   
   
3. Shape into 6 1/2" round loaf. Place on greased cookie sheet. With floured knife, cut "X" across top of loaf, cutting about 1/4 of the way through.
   
   
4. Bake at 350^ until golden brown, about 35-45 minutes. Brush top with margarine, if desired.