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prep time: 10 min
cook time: 30 min
servings: 8
tags: irish, bread
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Set a rack in the middle of your #oven and preheat it to 450°F.
In a #large bowl{}, mix @flour{2%cup}(all-purpose), @baking soda{1/2%tsp} and @salt{1/2%tsp} until they are fully incorporated.
Form a well in the center of the flour mixture and fill the well with the @buttermilk{1%cup}.
> Note: If you don't have buttermilk, simply take a cup of milk and add one tablespoon of vinegar. Any vinegar will do.
Use a #fork{} to incorporate the flour mixture into the buttermilk little by little until a thick batter forms.
Use your hands to incorporate the final bits of flour and gently shape the batter into a dough.
Do not overwork the dough.
Transfer the dough to a #floured work surface{} and gently shape it into a round 6 inches in diameter and about 1.5 inches thick.
Place the dough in a #Dutch oven{} or #cast iron skillet{}.
Use a #sharp knife{} to cut a large X into the top of the dough.
Bake for ~{10%min} at 450°F.
Then lower the #oven{} temperature to 400°F and continue backing until the bread is golden brown and crusty on the outside, about ~{20%min}.
Transfer to a rack and cool.
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