Instructions: Combine ingredients except buttermilk, raisins and butter; mix well.

Gradually stir in buttermilk and raisins, mixing just until dry ingredients are moist.

Knead on lightly floured surface about 1 minute or until smooth. Shape dough into a ball. Place on well greased cookie sheet; flatten to form 7-inch circle. Cut a cross into loaf, 1/4 inch deep.

Bake at 350 degrees about 45 minutes or until light golden brown.

Brush with butter. Remove to wire cooling rack. Cool completely.

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