Breads with benefits

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Long enjoyed throughout Europe and America, more Australians than ever are now delighting in the benefits and flavours of soda bread, and according to Gerard 'Paddy' Winston the growing interest is not just taste-related.

A regular fixture sampling his Paddy The Baker range of soda breads at farmers markets around Sydney, and with an increased following nationally, Paddy says the growing interest in healthy, better-for-you food options, and a genuine desire to experience new tastes has "really put soda bread" on the map.

"Soda bread uses bi-carb of soda and buttermilk for its raising agent instead of yeast, which means it doesn't give people that bloated feeling, for starters," he said. "The buttermilk we use is super low fat. Our soda bread is also high in fibre."

Paddy The Baker's traditional Irish soda bread is 100 per cent natural, yeast and sugar free, low GI, high in fibre and low in saturated fats, making it not only delicious but healthy too. It's also a great source of energy and low GI carbohydrates which make the perfect breakfast bread and deters hunger for longer.

Dense, moist and firm, Paddy The Baker's soda bread is an excellent accompaniment to soups, casseroles and seafood dishes. "It also makes a perfect base for an open sandwich, not just for the taste but because a slice is nice and sturdy to hold!"

Fresh for up to a week, it freezes perfectly to keep on hand for longer. A loaf of soda bread goes far, as it should always be sliced thinner than normal bread (at around 1cm).

"I arrived in Australia from Ireland in late 2009 and was amazed to discover there was almost no soda bread available here. I started baking through the night and selling fresh bread at markets around Sydney the next day - the reaction I got was fantastic," says Paddy.

"With such a wonderful and diverse food culture here, and an increasing interest in healthy, better-for-you foods, I'm not surprised that Australia is now going mad for it!"

The range includes the traditional, plain Soda Bread loaf, the moreish Seriously Seedy Soda Bread (packed with five varieties of tasty seeds) and flat-cooked Soda Farls all go fantastic with seafood. Other traditional options include Potato Bread (like a potato pancake) and Paddy's Spotted Dick, a tasty alternative to raisin toast and to serve with cheeses for sweet/savoury appeal.

Paddy The Baker's range is available from www.paddythebaker.com, at Norton St Grocer, Maloneys Grocer, Thomas Dux, Parisis, Coogee Fine Foods or for complete list see website); at over 25 farmers markets a month (see online for details); or phone 02 9557 7311 or 0424 997 552.

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Paddy's Breads:

Paddy's Traditional Round Soda Loaf - Developed in the 1840s using bi-carbonate instead of yeast - perfect to avoid that bloated feeling.

Paddy's Seriously Seedy Soda Bread - a moreish loaf containing a range of beneficial seeds including poppy seeds (high in calcium), sunflower seeds (rich in vitamin E), sesame seeds (contains non-haem iron), pumpkin seeds (high in fibre & zinc) and linseeds (high in Omega 3 and fatty acids - great for your heart!).

Paddy's Soda Farls - Flattened and cooked on a griddle - ideal for something quick and easy.

Paddy's Potato bread - This mouth-watering potato pancake is indulgence food at its best - enjoy it plain, with sweet or savoury!

Paddy's Spotted Dick - A tasty sultana bread alternative to raisin toast, which works well with cheese, tapenade or toasted for breakfast.

Have you tasted soda bread? Did you enjoy it?
 

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0 #1 Ms — Gil Charles 2016-11-19 10:05
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