Soda bread

Arán sóide

Ingredients4

• plain flour450 g
• salt1 tsp
• baking soda1 tsp
• buttermilk400 ml

Method

1. Heat the oven to 200°C. Dust a baking sheet with flour.
2. Sift the flour, salt, and baking soda into a large bowl.
3. Make a well in the center and pour in the buttermilk.
4. Stir with a fork until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
5. Turn onto a floured surface, knead briefly, and shape into a round loaf.
6. Place on the sheet, cut a deep cross on top, and bake for 30–35 minutes until the base sounds hollow when tapped.
7. Cool on a wire rack before slicing.