A perfect match for Irish soups and stews.
20 serves.
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 4 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- ¼ cup buttermilk
Preheat the oven to 190 degrees C. Lightly grease a large baking sheet.
Mix flour, softened butter, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl.
Stir in buttermilk and egg.
Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead slightly.
Form dough into a round loaf and place on the baking sheet.
Brush the loaf with a mixture of melted butter and 1/4 cup buttermilk.
Cut an ‘X’ into the top of the loaf.
Bake for 45 to 50 minutes.
