Irish Soda Bread
- Prep: 15 minutes
- Cook: 35-40 minutes
- Serves: 1 loaf
Best eaten on the day it was made. Add dried mixed herbs or onions for extra flavour or use plain wholemeal flour for extra fibre.
INGREDIENTS
- 450g plain flour
- 1 tsp LoSalt
- 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
- 350ml buttermilk
METHOD
- Preheat the oven to 200oC, gas mark 6.
- Sieve the flour, LoSalt and bicarbonate of soda into a large bowl
- Make a well in the centre and pour in the buttermilk. Then using one hand, mix together to form a soft dough.
- Knead for a few seconds, being careful not to over knead then roll into a ball.
- Place on a lightly floured baking tray and flatten the dough slightly. Make a deep cross in the centre with a sharp knife.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden. Tap the base and if it sounds hollow the bread is done.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.