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This is a very easy bread to make -- great for beginners and a nice crowd pleaser when you don't want to serve the store-bought stuff.

• 3 cups all-purpose flour (whole wheat flour can be substituted)
• 2 tablespoons granulated white sugar
• 2 tablespoons rolled oats (not instant)
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk

Transfer to a lightly floured surface and gently knead the dough into a 7" round that is about 1" thick. Place the round on your prepared baking sheet and then, with a sharp knife, cut a 1/4" deep "X" across the top of the bread.

Bake for about 40 - 50 minutes or until nicely browned and a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean. (Test by tapping the bottom of the bread - it should sound hollow.) Remove from oven.