Irish Soda Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Mix dry ingredients well and blend in the unsalted butter until mixture resembles meal. In a bowl, combine the buttermilk and lightly beaten egg.
2. 2
   Stir this mixture into the flour mixture and form into a ball.
3. 3
   Knead the dough lightly on a floured surface until it is smooth.
4. 4
   Transfer it to a buttered baking sheet and form it into an 8-inch round.
5. 5
   Cut a 1/2-inch deep X in the center of the loaf with a shape knife dipped in flour.
6. 6
   Cut should come to within 1-inch of edges.
7. 7
   Bake in a preheated oven at 350° for 1 hour.
8. 8
   Transfer to a rack and serve warm or at room temperature.