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Delicious bread. I enjoy making it. It\u2019s always a hit with my family and friends. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-03-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"juliedm"},"reviewBody":"I love this non-traditional Irish soda bread. It has a softer crust and lighter texture than traditional baking soda only recipes, plus a lovely yeasty aroma amd taste (the baking soda taste is subtle). Try dusting some powdered sugar on top after baking for a breakfast treat (and additionally risk offending \"true\" Irish soda bread people! hee!) 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