Irish Buttermilk Bannock

Description
Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group

Ingredients

 * 4 cups all purpose / bread flour
 * 3 tsp baking powder
 * 1 tsp salt to taste
 * ¾ tsp baking soda
 * 1 cup raisins
 * 2 eggs
 * 1½ cups buttermilk

Directions

 * 1) Stir flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda and raisins together.
 * 2) Separately, fork-blend eggs and buttermilk, then add to dry ingredients.
 * 3) Stir until sticky batter is formed.
 * 4) Scrape batter onto well floured surface and knead lightly.
 * 5) Shape batter into ball, then place in round non-stick casserole that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
 * 6) Mark a cross in the center, using a sharp knife.
 * 7) Bake uncovered in preheated 350 degree oven for about 1¼ hours.
 * 8) Wait 10–15 minutes before attempting to remove bread from casserole, then cool on wire rack.
 * 9) If desired, cut loaf into quarters and then slice thinly.
 * 10) Enjoy.