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Island Irish Soda Bread

Name: Island Irish Soda Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking soda; 1 tsp salt; 1 3/4 cups buttermilk

This traditional bread reflects the story's homage to Irish heritage, grounding the mystery in its cultural setting.

Prep: 15 minutesCook: 25 minutesServes 8 servingsEasy

Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 3/4 cups buttermilk

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 425F.
2
Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
3
Create a well in the center and add buttermilk, mixing until a dough forms.
4
Place dough on a floured surface and knead slightly.
5
Shape into a round and place on a baking sheet. Score an 'X' on top.
6
Bake for 25 minutes until golden.