Irish Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Mix flour, baking soda, sugar and salt; with fingers, rub in butter.
2. 2
   Add raisins, then buttermilk until moistened.
3. 3
   On floured board, knead dough for 1 minute.
4. 4
   Add little more flour to dough if sticky.
5. 5
   Shape dough into ball and put in buttered dish.
6. 6
   With sharp knife, cut an X on top of loaf and brush with milk.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for 55 to 60 minutes.
8. 8
   Turn out on rack and cool completely before slicing.