"This is another version of Irish soda bread. Another recipe for it is included among My Recipes. I like them both equally. Lower-calorie substitute for the buttermilk: 1-1/3 cup lukewarm nonfat milk and 1-1/3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice. Let stand 5 minutes and beat briskly."

Original is 20 servings

Metric US

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Step 1

Sift the first 6 ingredients.

Step 2

Cut in the margarine (or butter) till the mixture is like cornmeal.

Step 3

1. Add the buttermilk and stir only till moistened.

Step 4

2. Mix the currants or raisins in lightly.

Step 5

3. Shape into a ball and knead for about 15 seconds.

Step 6

4. Put on lightly greased cookie sheet. Using palm of hand, flatten dough into a circle about 7" in diameter and 1½" thick. With a sharp knife, cut a cross on top about ¼" deep and 5" long, to prevent cracking.