This is an American version. I make no claim that this is authentic to the homeland.
IRISH SODA BREAD
Combine:
4 c. flour
1/3 c. sugar
1 T. baking powder
3/4 t. baking soda
3/4 t. salt
Cut in 1 stick butter and mix until it looks like cornmeal. (No big lumps of butter).
Add two beaten eggs,
3/4 to 1 c. raisins,
and approximately 1 c. of buttermilk.
It should look like this:
Add or reduce buttermilk as necessary.