Traditional Irish Brown Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 475F.
2. 2
   Mix all the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
3. 3
   Make a well in the center and add some buttermilk.
4. 4
   Work the mixture with your hand until the dough is soft and not too sticky.
5. 5
   On a floured surface, knead into a circular shape about three inches thick.
6. 6
   Bake for 20 minutes and then turn oven down to 400F; bake for another 20 minutes.
7. 7
   Bread should sound hollow when you tap on it when fully cooked.