Irish Soda Bread Made With Sour Cream And Rosemary Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven and grease a baking sheet.
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, salt, rosemary, and sugar.
• STEP 3.Add sour cream and buttermilk to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
• STEP 4.Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet and shape it into a round loaf.
• STEP 5.Score a cross on top of the loaf and brush it with melted butter.
• STEP 6.Bake for about 40-45 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
• STEP 7.Let the bread cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking Tips

• If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk.
• Feel free to add other herbs or spices like thyme or garlic powder for additional flavor.
• For a sweeter version, you can add raisins or currants to the dough.

Storage and Serving

• Store the bread in an airtight container or wrapped in foil at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• To reheat the bread, wrap it in foil and warm it in a preheated oven for a few minutes.
• Serve the bread warm with butter or use it to make sandwiches. It's also delicious toasted.