Irish Soda Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Mix first 5 ingredients in large bowl.
2. 2
   Use pastry blender to cut margarine into coarse crumbs.
3. 3
   Stir in raisins.
4. 4
   Beat eggs slightly and reserve 1 tablespoon for top of loaf.
5. 5
   Stir buttermilk and rest of egg into flour mixture, just until flour is moistened.
6. 6
   Dough will be sticky.
7. 7
   Turn dough onto well-floured surface.
8. 8
   Knead 8 to 10 strokes with floured hands.
9. 9
   Shape dough into ball and place in a greased 2-quart round casserole.
10. 10
    Cut 4-inches cross about 1/4-inch deep in center.
11. 11
    Brush with reserved egg.
12. 12
    Bake at 350° for 1 hour and 20 minutes.