Sullivan's Soda Bread

Submitted by Cindy Rose

"Clipped from Chicago Tribune years ago. This is one of two breads I make every year. The other is called Mary Ann Henry's Super Soda Bread. This is the sweeter of the two. I don't use the raisins, as they are not a favorite in my family."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 5mins
• Ingredients: 9

ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄3 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 1⁄3 cups buttermilk
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1 cup raisins or 1 cup currants

directions

1. Heat ooven to 350 degrees. Grease a large baking sheet.
2. Combine flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt in a large bowl,.
3. Combinee butter, buttermilk and egg in smaller bowl.
4. Add the liquids to the dry ingredients, pouring it into the well and stirring to form a soft dough. Add raisins and mix lightly.
5. Transfer batter to baking sheet and using floured hands shape into a ball. Slash an "X" across the top. Bank until set, 50 to 60 minutes.