Snowy Day

There is nothing like enjoying a nice hearty soup or stew on a cold snowy day. Yesterday kinda fit that description so along with the split pea soup that my mother made for dinner, I made my first Irish Soda bread. Compared to making french bread, this is probably even easier since you don't even have to let it rise. Just mix, knead and throw it into the oven. Simple to make and a fantastic companion to your favorite soup.