Irish Soda Bread

Directions

1. 1
   In large bowl combine first 5 ingredients; cut in margarine until it looks like coarse meal.
2. 2
   Stir in raisins.
3. 3
   Combine buttermilk, 1 egg and baking soda; stir into flour mixture just enough to moisten dry ingredients.
4. 4
   Knead on floured board until smooth.
5. 5
   Shape into ball and place in a greased 2-quart casserole dish.
6. 6
   With sharp knife cut a 4-inch cross about 1/2 inch deep in center of dough.
7. 7
   (Makes a decorative top.)
8. 8
   Brush with beaten egg yolk.
9. 9
   Bake in a moderate oven (375°) about 1 hour.
10. 10
    Cool in pan 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Remove and cool on wire rack before cutting.
12. 12
    Makes 1 loaf.