Irish Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt and set aside.
2. 2
   Cream butter and sugar.
3. 3
   Add beaten egg and buttermilk and blend well.
4. 4
   Add liquid mixture to dry ingredients.
5. 5
   Mix the rest by hand only until ingredients are moistened.
6. 6
   Fold in raisins.
7. 7
   Pour into greased 1 1/2-quart glass casserole.
8. 8
   Brush top with melted butter and sprinkle with a little sugar.
9. 9
   Bake at 375° for 30 minutes.
10. 10
    Reduce to 325° and bake about 30 minutes longer. Test middle of loaf before removing from oven.
11. 11
    Cool completely.