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The idea of whipping eggs into submission or making a gorgeous loaf of bread from flour and yeast is always alluring. But sometimes I just want to put together something that does not require kneading and tossing or fretting over whether or not it will rise. Enter soda bread, a type of quick bread that conjures the magic of baking soda instead of yeast and is a great alternative when you don't have time to wait for the rise.
In honor of St. Patrick's Day, here's a gussied-up version of a traditional Irish soda bread. Dried fruits and fresh citrus zest are used here, but there are many variations possible.