Posted by lorna-organic on Mon, Mar 3, 08 at 10:58
Irish Soda Bread (a rustic loaf)
2 cups of white flour
2 cups of whole wheat flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 cup golden raisins (or currants)
2 tsps. caraway seeds
1-1/4 to 1-1/2 cups buttermilk (possibly more)
Prehat the oven to 375 degrees F. Use a fork for stirring. In a large bowl, combine the flours, baking powder, baking soda, and salt--stir together. Stir in the fruit and caraway seeds. Add enough buttermilk to make a firm dough, which is not dry. Place the dough on a slightly floured surface for kneading. Knead 2-3 minutes, until smooth. Shape the dough into a round loaf. Slash a large X across the top with a sharp knife, 1/4 inch deep.
Use parchment paper, or lightly coat a baking sheet with oil. Place your loaf on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the bottom of the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
