Irish Brown Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine white flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
2. 2
   Cut in butter until it is small pieces.
3. 3
   Stir in wheat flour and rolled oats.
4. 4
   Make a well in the center; add buttermilk and molasses.
5. 5
   Stir until thoroughly moistened.
6. 6
   Gather into a ball and place on a floured board.
7. 7
   Knead 5 times and shape into ball.
8. 8
   Pat into a circle.
9. 9
   Using a sharp knife, make a cross on top to allow expansion.
10. 10
    Place on slightly greased baking sheet.
11. 11
    Bake at 375° for 40 minutes.
12. 12
    Loaf should be brown and sound hollow.
13. 13
    Brush bread with melted butter.
14. 14
    Makes 1 loaf.