Shannon's soda bread

Makes 1 loaf

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Preheat the oven to 200˚C/180˚C fan/gas mark 6.
In a large bowl, sieve the flour, bicarbonate of soda and salt.
Rub in the butter into the flour until it resemble breadcrumbs.
Gradually add the buttermilk and mix to make a soft dough.
Turn onto a lightly floured surface and give it a light knead until it comes together.
Shape into a ball and place onto the baking tray. Use a sharp knife to cut a cross in the top of the loaf
Bake for 40-45 minutes. When baked the base of the bread should sound hollow when tapped.
Cool on a wire tray. Cover with a dry tea towel to give a soft crust.

Per serving: 194kcals, 2.7g fat (1.5g saturated), 35.8g carbs (1.6g sugars), 5.7g protein, 1.2g fibre, 0.290g sodium

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