Irish Whole Wheat Soda Bread

* Exported from MasterCook II *

Irish Whole Wheat Soda Bread

Recipe By : Beard on Bread
Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Quickbreads

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3 cups Whole Wheat Flour
1 cup Flour, all-purpose
1 tablespoon Salt
1 teaspoon Baking soda
3/4 teaspoon Baking powder
1 1/2 cups Buttermilk, yogurt or milk
with lemon juice

Combine the dry ingredients and mix thouroughly to distribute the soda and
baking powder, then add enough buttermilk to make a soft d
ough but firm enough to hold its shape. Knead on a lightly floured board for 2
or 3 minutes, until quite smooth and velvety. Form int
o a round loaf and place in a well buttered 8 inch cake pan or on a well
buttered cookie sheet. Cut a cross on the top of the loaf wi
th a very sharp floured knife. Bake in a preheated 375F oven for 35-40 minutes,
or until the loaf is nicely browned and sounds hollow
when rapped with the knuckles. (The cross will have spread open which is
characteristic of soda bread.)

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