A Taste of Europe - Irish Soda Bread

There are so many recipes that we could have made in honor of Ireland, but we chose a very simple version of Irish Soda Bread. (Truth is, I have several similar recipes, and now I can't remember which one I used last - but I think it's this one!) With very little kneading, and no need to let the dough rise, this hearty bread is a good choice if you don't have much experience in baking your own bread. I think it's best eaten warm and fresh, or toasted.

Irish Soda Bread

4 cups flour

2 tbsp sugar

1 tbsp baking powder

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp salt

6 tbsp cold butter or margarine

2 cups buttermilk

 Combine all dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.  Cut in butter until crumbly. Add buttermilk, and stir just until moistened. Turn out  on a lightly floured surface and knead 8-10 times. Put in a greased 9x5x3 loaf pan. Bake at 350* for 1 hour until browned and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. You can also bake it in a round casserole dish or in a freeform loaf on a baking sheet.

This post is linked at Try a New Recipe Tuesday, hosted by Lisa at Home to 4 Kiddos

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