jmcquown wrote:
>
> Dee Randall wrote:
> > Sunday I went looking for a new recipe for Irish Soda bread as I
> > can't find my favorite anywhere. I went to food network and found a
> > recipe and printed it out, but looking at it, I found that the
> > originator of this recipe called for 15 minutes at 450, then turn
> > down to 400 for 30 minutes more. (Creamation!??)
>
> This is what my mom used to make (and heaven help us, she's Scottish and the
> daughter of an Orangeman!):
>
> Irish Soda Bread
>
> 4 c. flour
> 1 tsp. salt
> 3 tsp. baking powder
> 1 tsp. baking soda
> 1/4 c. sugar (optional)
> 1/8 tsp. ground cardamon seed (optional)
> 1/2 stick (4 Tbs.) butter
> 1 egg
> 1-3/4 c. buttermilk
>
> In a large bowl combine the flour, salt, soda, baking powder, sugar and
> spices. Add butter and cut in with a pastry blender or a fork until the
> mixture is crumbly. Beat the egg slightly and mix with the buttermilk. Add
> to the dry mixture and blend thoroughly. Turn the dough onto a floured
> board and knead until smooth 2-3 minutes. Divide dough in half and shape
> into round loaves that will fit in an 8 inch cake or pie plate. Cut crosses
> on top of the dough 1/2 inch deep. Bake at 375F for 35-40 minutes.
>
> Jill

This sounds good. I think I'll give it a try one of
these days.

Kate