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Irish Soda Bread

There’s something deeply satisfying about baking your own bread — especially when it’s topped with roasted veggies and smells amazing straight from the oven. This easy, no-fuss recipe comes together in one bowl and doesn’t require any kneading. Just mix, top, bake, and enjoy that irresistible homemade goodness!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g white flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 400 ml buttermilk maybe more, it depends on flour
  • 1/4 red pepper
  • 1/2 onion
  • 1 tsp fresh rosemary it could be dried
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the pepper and onion into chunks and place them in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, add a pinch of salt and rosemary, toss well, and set aside to let the flavors mingle.
  2. Grease your bread pans or baking tins, or line them with parchment paper for easier removal.
Mixing and baking
  1. In a large bowl, mix together all the dry ingredients.
  2. Add most of the buttermilk, saving a little to adjust the texture later.
  3. Stir just until the dough comes together — no need to overmix.
  4. If you still see dry patches of flour, add a bit more buttermilk until everything is fully combined.
  5. Transfer the dough to the pan and gently press it down with your hand.
  6. Gently but firmly press the olive oil–coated vegetables into the dough, making sure they’re nicely nestled in.
  7. Bake at 185°C (365°F) for 40 minutes.
  8. Carefully remove the bread from the pan and return it to the oven directly on the rack for another 5–10 minutes. It’s ready when the bottom sounds hollow when tapped.