WHITE FLOUR VERSION:

3 1/4 c. white flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. buttermilk
1/2 - 3/4 c. raisins (optional)

WHOLE WHEAT VERSION:

1/2 c. sifted white flour
1 1/2 c. whole wheat flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
3/4 c. buttermilk
1/2 - 3/4 c. raisins (optional)

Mix all ingredients together until well mixed and shape into ball. Put in greased 1 3/4 quart corning ware casserole. Cut a wide cross in top of dough and bake at 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes. Very good and SUPER easy. No raising necessary.