Ingredients

  • 3 to 3 1/2 c. sifted flour
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 3 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/3 stick butter, softened
  • 2/3 c. sugar
  • 1 1/2 c. raisins
  • 1 Tbsp. caraway seed (optional)
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • dash of salt
  • 1 3/4 c. buttermilk (room temperature)

Method

  • Sift all dry ingredients.
  • Cut butter into flour; stir in raisins and caraway seed.
  • Combine eggs with milk and mix until you have a nice dough.
  • Knead for 2 minutes and shape into round loaf.
  • Turn into lightly greased and floured 9-inch round skillet (cast-iron is best).
  • Cut a deep cross on top of cake.
  • Bake at 350° for 50 minutes.
  • Brush with milk when done.
  • Yields 1 loaf.