Bannock

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 450F.
2. 2
   Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a bowl.
3. 3
   Blend in shortening with your fingertips or a pastry blender just until mixture resembles coarse meal.
4. 4
   Form a well in center and pour in buttermilk, stirring mixture with a fork until dough just comes together.
5. 5
   Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead 3 or 4 times, then pat dough into a 1-inch-thick round.
6. 6
   Transfer dough to an ungreased baking sheet and prick top all over with a fork.
7. 7
   Bake in middle of oven until golden, 30 to 35 minutes.
8. 8
   Transfer bannock to a rack and cool to warm.
9. 9
   Serve warm or at room temperature, cut into wedges.