Soda Bread
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Ingredients
360 g plain flour (strong white mixed with wholemeal)
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 x 284 ml carton buttermilk
1 Tablespoon water
Preheat the oven to 220 C/425 F/ Gas 7
Flour a baking sheet (semolina best)
Sift all the dry ingredients into a mixing bowl and make a well in the centre Add the buttermilk and water and mix quickly to a soft dough.
Turn onto a floured surface and knead very briefly and lightly. Some uneveness will remain.
Shape the loaf into a round and place on the baking sheet.
Cut a deep cross on the tp of the loaf and sprinkle with a little flour.
Bake for 25-30 minutes. Serve warm.
Leftover slices and toasts well too!
Added by: Doris