Time does march on...

How is it March 1st?  Feels like I was just putting away the last of Christmas.

Maybe 'cause I was just putting away the last of Christmas!

Moving right along … my thoughts turn to the Emerald Isle this time of year.

Sharing my Great Grandmother's recipe for Irish Soda Bread today.  It is the most moist and delicious version I have ever eaten.  

Irish Soda Bread Recipe from My Soulful Home to yours:

• 3 cups flour;
• 1/2 cup sugar;
• 1 TB baking powder;
• 1 tp salt;
• 1/2 tp baking soda;
• 1 cup raisins;
• 1 TB caraway seeds;
• 1 1/2 cup buttermilk;
• 4 TB melted butter

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.  Coat pan with melted butter or oil & dust with flour.

Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt & baking soda in a large bowl.

Stir in raisins & caraway seeds with a fork.  

Blend in the buttermilk & melted butter until evenly moist.

Turn into pan(s). Cut an X on top & bake … until a knife comes out clean.

I make lots of mini loaves to give to my neighbors. And, I freeze some for April, May & June. This is "worth it" bread!

Snatch up some mini pans if you don't have some on hand.  I ordered this multi loaf one as I already have 3 separate pans.  These paper pans would actually be great for giving loaves as gifts.

Enjoy a slice with a cup of tea & think of me!

And if you want more ideas for bringing a touch of the "green" into your home listen to my new podcast Episode #21 "Adding Greenery to your Home".  

You can listen right here by clicking the little arrow or find the podcast on itunes by searching for Decorating Tips and Tricks or our website HERE.

I host Decorating Tips and Tricks ~ the podcast with two other terrific bloggers.  Yvonne of Stone Gable and Anita from CedarHill Farm House.  We share loads of advice, tips and lots of laughs with you!  Join us!

** Kelly **

p.s. this recipe makes 1 big round, 2 regular sized loaves or 6 small loaves.