A Little White Soda Bread Loaf
You can make it in the round traditional way or like this in a loaf tin which is more convenient for slicing or sandwiches.
PREP TIME
10
MINUTES
COOKING TIME
55
MINUTES
Ingredients
450g white flour, preferably unbleached
1 level tsp salt
1 level tsp bread soda, sour milk or buttermilk to mix – 425ml approx.
oatmeal, sesame seeds or kibbled wheat (optional)
1 x 13cm x 20cm (450g) loaf tin
Method
First fully preheat your oven to 230°C/Gas 8.
Sieve the dry ingredients into a large bowl. Make a well in the centre. Pour most of the milk in at once.
Using one hand, mix in the flour from the sides of the bowl, adding more milk if necessary. The dough should be softish, but not too wet.
When it all comes together, turn it out onto a well-floured work surface. Scoop it into the oiled tin, sprinkle with oatmeal and sesame seeds or kibbled wheat if you enjoy them. Place in the hot oven immediately turning down the oven to 200°C/Gas 6 for 45 minutes.
Remove from the tin and return the bread to the oven for a further 5-10 minutes or until fully cooked. If you are in doubt, tap the bottom of the bread: if it is cooked, it will sound hollow.
