Soda Bread

This traditional Irish soda bread is quick and easy to make, with a crusty exterior and a soft, tender interior.

Ingredients - Serves 8

Preheat the oven to 425°F and lightly grease a baking sheet.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk.
Using a wooden spoon or your hands, mix the ingredients together until a soft dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently for about 1 minute.
Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
Using a sharp knife, make a cross-shaped cut on the top of the loaf.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove from the oven and let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.