Breads

St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a loaf or two of Irish soda bread? If made correctly, this is one of the best quick breads (those leavened without yeast) you'll ever have. Subtly sweet, with a light, tender crumb, and not at all dry. You can use quick-cooking oats in place of rolled oats, if desired.

Authentic Irish soda bread does not contain raisins, but I like mine with raisins so I include them. This is a very easy and delicious Irish soda bread recipe.