Bannock

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.

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