How to Make Irish Soda Bread 2011

Subject: How to Make Irish Soda Bread 2011 Fri Mar 18, 2011 5:24 pm

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day by savoring a warm piece of
Irish Soda Bread straight out of the oven. Here's our yummiest recipe
and step-by-step instructions for whipping it up.

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Irish Soda Bread

This classic Irish quick bread is similar to a large scone or biscuit. While it's popular fare for St. Patrick's Day, it also makes a delicious brunch side or afternoon snack.

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Cut the butter into the flour

In a large mixing bowl stir together the flour, sugar, baking soda,
salt, and orange peel. Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut in
butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

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Add the liquids

Stir in the currants and make a well in the center of the flour mixture.
In a small mixing bowl combine the egg and buttermilk, then add it all
at once to the flour mixture.

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Stir together

With a large spoon stir the liquid into the dry ingredients until just
moistened. The dough will continue to come together as you knead it (see
next step).

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Gently knead the dough

Pour mixture onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead by lifting and
folding the mixture onto itself to form a dough (about four or five
times). Do not overwork the dough or the bread will be tough.

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Shape the dough into a loaf

After kneading, pat and shape the dough into a round loaf about seven
inches in diameter. Transfer to a lightly greased baking sheet.

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Score the loaf

With a sharp knife make two slashes across the top to form an X, cutting
all the way to the edge. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until golden. Let
cool slightly.

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Serve the bread warm

Slice the bread or cut into wedges. Serve with butter and/or orange marmalade.

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