Soda Bread

Makes 1 loaf ~ 1 hour cooking time

Ingredients:

1 lb (450g) white flour
1 teasp (5ml) salt
2 teasp(2x5ml) bicarbonate of soda
4 teasp (4x5ml) cream of tartar
1 oz (25g) fat
9 fl oz (250ml) milk

Directions:

Preheat The oven to 425° F (220° C)

Sift the flour, salt, soda, and cream of tartar into a bowl. Rub in the fat and add enough milk to make a soft dough. Knead for 1 minute, then shape into a ball and place on a greased baking tray. Mark with a cross, cutting almost to the base of the dough.

Bake for 40-50 minutes till well risen, lightly browned and firm underneath.