Irish Soda Bread Farls Recipe Traditional Easy No-Yeast Skillet Bread

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess while reducing calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier for cooking.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

caraway seeds

🥗Healthier: fennel seeds

💰Cheaper: anise seeds

Fennel seeds provide a similar flavor profile.

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Mix in caraway seeds if using.

Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients.

Pour in buttermilk and a little water, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently for a minute.

Shape the dough into a round loaf, about 1-inch thick.

Cut a deep cross into the top of the loaf to allow for even cooking.

Place the loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.

Slice into farls and serve warm.

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