Soda Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Sift dry ingredients.
2. 2
   Work in shortening gently.
3. 3
   Add raisins and caraway seeds if desired.
4. 4
   With paddle on low speed, blend in milk to make a shaggy mass.
5. 5
   Knead 20 sec on floured surface.
6. 6
   Divide into 1 lb (.5 kg).
7. 7
   loaves.
8. 8
   Dust top with flour,press a cross in top of each loaf with knife.
9. 9
   Bake at 400-425 F for 30 min until browned and cooked through.