Irish Soda Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Cream margarine and sugar in large mixing bowl.
2. 2
   In a separate small bowl, beat together egg and buttermilk, then add to margarine/sugar until well mixed.
3. 3
   Combine in a mixing bowl the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
4. 4
   Mix together dry and wet ingredients alternating in small amounts until well mixed. Add raisins and caraway seed to batter.
5. 5
   Pour batter into a greased loaf pan.
6. 6
   Bake 1 hour at 350°.
7. 7
   (If a glass loaf pan is used, reduce temperature to 325°.)
8. 8
   Test for doneness with a pick in center that comes out clean.
9. 9
   Yield:
10. 10
    1 large (9 x 5-inch) loaf.