Basic buttermilk scones

These savoury scones are perfect with potted fish. Make early in the day then warm before serving, for the best results

Ingreadient

1. 350g self-raising flour
2. ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda
3. a good pinch of salt
4. 85g butter
5. 284ml carton buttermilk

Direction

1. Preheat the oven to 220C/gas 7/fan 200C. Mix the flour, bicarbonate of soda and salt in a bowl. Add the butter, cut into small pieces and rub in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
2. Tip in the buttermilk and mix lightly and quickly to form a soft dough. Knead very briefly, then roll out to 2cm thickness and cut into sixteen 5cm rounds.
3. Put on a baking sheet (no need to grease) a little apart, and bake for 12-15 minutes, until risen and pale golden.