no yeast bread – Judy Matusky, RDN, LDN

Reiska (Whole Grain Flat Bread)

Reiska is the Finnish version of Irish soda bread. It’s a whole grain quick bread made with either barley or rye flour, oatmeal, and buttermilk and it relies on baking soda and baking powder rather than yeast to help it rise. It’s baked on a large sheet pan resulting in a flatbread rather than a…

Irish Soda Bread for St. Patrick’s Day (or any time of the year)

This recipe may be a little late for St. Patrick’s day but no worries because you can make this bread any time of the year. It’s so easy. No yeast, kneading or rising required. I often double the recipe so I have a loaf to eat right away and one to freeze for later. …

Whole Wheat Irish Soda Bread

With March around the corner, here’s a healthier version of Irish Soda Bread for your St. Patrick’s Day celebration. This quick bread from Cook’s Illustrated is a crusty, hearty bread, with a nutty flavor. No kneading, no waiting for it to rise. Just combine a few simple ingredients, mix and bake. In about 45 minutes…