Ingredients

6 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups raisins
1/4 cup margarine
3 1/2 cups buttermilk
caraway seed ( optional to taste )
Irish Soda Bread is a traditional bread recipe that originated in Ireland in the early 1800s. It was a staple of the Irish diet and was made with the simplest of ingredients: flour, baking soda, salt, and sour milk. Today, Irish Soda Bread is enjoyed around the world and has been adapted to include different ingredients like sugar, raisins, and caraway seeds. Chrissy's Irish Soda Bread recipe is a delicious twist on the classic, with the addition of juicy raisins and optional caraway seeds for extra flavor.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease the baking sheet.
2.Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.
3.Cut in margarine with a pastry blender or two knives until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4.Stir in raisins.
5.Add buttermilk and stir until a soft dough forms.
6.Turn dough out onto a floured surface and knead for a minute until it comes together.
7.Form into a round loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
8.Cut a 1/4-inch deep cross on top and sprinkle with caraway seeds, if using.
9.Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
10.Cool on a wire rack for several minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

Chrissy’s Irish Soda Bread is quick and easy to make, requiring only a few simple ingredients.

It’s perfect for celebrating St.
Patrick’s Day or any time you want to enjoy a hearty, homemade bread.

CONS

This bread can be dry if overcooked or left out for too long.

It’s best eaten fresh or toasted with butter or jam.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chrissy’s Irish Soda Bread is a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
The buttermilk in this recipe is high in calcium, which supports strong bones and teeth. The raisins also add a touch of sweetness and provide antioxidants that may help protect against certain diseases.

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