Soda bread

Method

1. Mix the milk and lemon juice, and leave to stand for 5 minutes to sour the milk.
2. Preheat the oven to 230°C/Fan 210°C.
3. Sift all the dry ingredients into a large bowl. Then add the soured milk – a little at a time – mixing continuously to make a firm dough.
4. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured baking tray, and pat into a dome-shape. There is no need to knead. Using the handle of a wooden spoon, press a deep cross in to the top of the dough.
5. Place in the oven and bake for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 200°C/Fan 180°C and cook for a further 30 minutes.
6. Allow to cool before slicing (65g per slice).