N .Y. C. Irish Soda Bread - cooking recipe
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons butter
1 beaten egg
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 beaten egg (, with another in a separate cup)
1/2 cup raisins
Preparation
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In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, brown sugar and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Combine 1 beaten egg, raisins and buttermilk.
Add to mixture above and stir until just moistened.
On a lightly floured surface, knead gently for 12 strokes.
On a greased baking sheet, shape the mixture into a 6 inch round loaf and cut a cross (4 inches wide and 1/4 inch deep) in the top.
Brush with the other beaten egg.
Bake at 375\u00b0F for 35 minutes or until golden.
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