MAUD HERLIHY'S IRISH SODA BREAD

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Maud Herlihy's Irish Soda Bread is a St. Patrick's Day classic. Bill Herlihy, the executive in charge of "The Martha Stewart Show," shares a recipe from his mother, Maud.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Yield Makes 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for work surface
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into small cubes and frozen, plus more, softened, for skillet
1 (8-ounce) container sour cream
1 large egg
2 cups raisins
1 cup buttermilk
Caraway seeds (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees with a rack set in lower third of oven. Lightly butter a 10-inch round cast-iron skillet; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add butter, sour cream and egg; mix, using a pastry blender, until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in raisins, buttermilk, and caraway seeds, if using, and mix until a sticky dough forms.
  • Turn dough out onto a lightly floured work surface. Using a floured bench scraper, form into a round loaf; using a sharp knife score a large "X" in the center.
  • Place in prepared skillet and transfer to oven. Bake until loaf is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. If top begins to brown too quickly, loosely cover with a piece of parchment paper-lined aluminum foil. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Arafat lulu
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Avoid this recipe at all costs.


Dankyi Miriam
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This bread is terrible. Don't waste your time.


Dilip Kumarsah
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I would not recommend this recipe. The bread was a disaster.


Rehman Laghari
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This recipe is a waste of time. The bread was a complete failure. It was dense, dry, and flavorless.


Latasha Horton
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my bread didn't turn out as good as the pictures. It was a bit too dense and the flavor was bland.


Hero Hero
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I'm not a huge fan of soda bread, but this recipe is pretty good. It's not too dense and it has a nice flavor.


Nomazizi Gampu
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I found this bread to be a bit dry. I think I'll try adding some more butter next time.


Marin Antonio
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This bread is a bit too dense for my taste, but it still has a good flavor.


Shohid Kahan
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I wasn't sure how this bread would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's really good! The texture is perfect and the flavor is great.


D Moreno
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This is a great recipe. The bread is delicious and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.


HASEEB PLAYZ
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I love this bread! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. I especially love the crispy crust.


Makhosi Sibande
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This is the best soda bread I've ever had. It's so light and fluffy, and the flavor is perfect. I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Sammy Classic
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I made this bread for the first time last week and it was a huge success. My family loved it! It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I'll definitely be making it again.


Shahzaib Ahamad
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This bread is delicious! I love the dense, moist texture and the slightly tangy flavor. It's perfect for sandwiches or toast.


Pongkoj tALUKDER
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I've made this bread several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. The crust is perfectly crispy and the inside is soft and fluffy. I love serving it with butter and honey.


Team Move
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This soda bread is the best! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love the dense, slightly crumbly texture and the subtle sweetness. It's the perfect bread for a casual meal or a special occasion.