IRISH SODA BREAD

1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour -- unbleached, enriched

1 1/2 cups Whole wheat flour -- stone-ground

1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon Baking soda

1 1/4 cups Buttermilk

Set the baking rack in the center of the oven and place a baking stone (if available) on the rack.

Preheat the oven to 375.

In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients.

Mix to incorporate.

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the buttermilk.

Mix quickly to incorporate the milk evenly.

It may be easier to mix with the hands than with a spoon.

Form the dough into a loaf shape and place in a nonstick 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2" loaf pan.

Place in the preheated oven and bake for 50-55 minutes, until well browned and

a skewer inserted in the center comes out dry.

Remove from the oven and the baking pan. Place on a wire rack to cool.