4 c. white flour
1/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 c. buttermilk (sweet milk will do)
1/4 c. butter
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder

Combine flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Mix well and set aside. Combine butter, sugar, and 1/2 cup milk. Mix well and add remaining milk. Add dry ingredients gradually, and mix into a soft dough. Knead lightly into a ball and flatten into a well greased cast iron skillet, about 1/2 inch thick. Bake at 325 degrees for 35-40 minutes. Can also be cooked over an open fire for the same period of time.

NOTE: Use lid when cooking over open fire, and take care not to get too hot. Test for doneness with toothpick.