Soda Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 450F (230C).
2. 2
   Mix dry ingredients.
3. 3
   Make a well in the middle and add buttermilk.
4. 4
   Stir just enough to moisten.
5. 5
   Turn dough onto floured board and gently work with hands for about a minute.
6. 6
   Shape into a round loaf and place in an 8 inchesround cakepan.
7. 7
   Cut an X across the top of the dough with a knife.
8. 8
   Reduce heat to 350F (180C) F and bake 55 to 60 minutes.
9. 9
   Bread will be done when it sounds hollow when you rap on the bottom.