2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

3 tablespoons margarine or butter

1/4 cup raisins (optional)

1 egg white, slightly beaten

3/4 cup buttermilk

Nonstick spray coating

1/4 teaspooon salt

1. In a medium mixing bowl stir together flour, baking powder, soda, and salt. Cut in margarine or butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in raisins, if desired. Make a well in the center of the mixture. 2. In a small mixing bowl combine egg white and buttermilk. Add all at once to dry mixture. Stir just until moistened. 3. On a lightly floured surface knead dough 10 to 12 strokes until nearly smooth. Shape into a 7-inch round loaf. 4. Lightly coat a baking sheet with nonstick spray coating. Place bread dough on baking sheet. With a sharp knife, make 2 slashes in the top to form an X. 5. Bake in a 375 degree F oven about 30 minutes or until golden. Serve warm. Makes 1 loaf (16 servings).