Real Irish Soda Bread

• 1 lb bread flour (white)
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
• 1 ounce margarine
• 1/2 pint buttermilk (might need more)

1. Sieve flour, salt and soda into a bowl. Add sugar if used.
2. Rub in the margarine to resemble breadcrumbs, lifting mixture with fingertips to introduce air to the dough.
3. Add sufficient buttermilk and mix to make a soft dough.
4. Turn onto a lightly floured board and knead a little.
5. Turn the smooth side up and shape into a round. Place the dough on a floured tin.
6. Cut a cross over the top.
7. Bake in a pre-heated oven, 400u0b0F 200u0b0C Gas 6 for 40-45 minutes.
8. When baked the underneath when "tapped" should have a hollow sound.
9. Cool on a wire tray. Cover with a tea towel to give a soft crust.

bread flour, baking soda, salt, sugar, margarine, buttermilk

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/real-irish-soda-bread-257720 (may not work)