How to make Irish Soda Bread

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Measure out 4 cups of all-purpose flour and place it in a bowl.

Add 1 tablespoon of sugar to the flour.

Add 3 teaspoons of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of salt to the flour mixture.

If using, add 3 teaspoons of fennel seed to the mixture.

Drain the soaked raisins and add them to the dry ingredients, coating them with flour.

In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and 2 tablespoons of melted butter.

Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, adding 1 quart of buttermilk gradually.

Mix until the dough comes together, adding more buttermilk if necessary to achieve the right consistency.

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and shape it into a round loaf.

Place the loaf in a greased 10-inch cast iron skillet or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Score the top of the loaf with a knife to allow for expansion while baking.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

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