Ingredients

1 cup bread flour
2 3/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons white sugar
1/4 cup margarine
2 cups buttermilk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon buttermilk
1 teaspoon white sugar
Irish Wheaten bread, also known as brown bread, is a traditional Irish bread made with whole wheat flour and buttermilk. It is a staple in Irish households and is often served alongside soup, stew, or topped with butter and jam for breakfast. Made with simple ingredients, this bread is easy to make and has a moist and dense texture. It is perfect for those seeking a healthier bread option.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.Mix whole wheat flour, bread flour, salt, sugar, and baking soda in a bowl.
3.Rub in margarine until the mixture resembles bread crumbs.
4.Add buttermilk and vegetable oil to the mixture and stir together to make the dough.
5.Form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased 9 inch (23 cm) baking pan.
6.Cut a cross on the top of the dough and brush it with a mixture of buttermilk and sugar.
7.Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes.
8.Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack.

PROS

This bread is high in fiber and protein.

It is easy to make with simple ingredients.

It has a moist and dense texture with a slightly sweet flavor.

CONS

It does not have a crunchy crust.

It requires buttermilk which may not be a pantry staple for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This bread is high in whole grains which may lower the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
It is also a good source of fiber which promotes satiety and may aid in weight loss.

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