the buttermilk and pour most of the liquid into the flour mixture.
using a wooden spoon, or silicone spatula, carefully mix the dry ingredients into the liquid until they are well combined. if the dough seems dry, add a little more buttermilk. the dough should be quite soft, but not too sticky.
spoon the dough into your prepared tin and smooth the surface. if you wish, you may make a deep cut at the top, but i never do as i like the way it rises without it.
bake for 15 minutes in the center of your oven. turn down the heat to 400°f (200°c) and bake for 30 minutes more.
when done, the 