Bonnag

This classic recipe of Manx Bonnag is from Sue Woolley’s “My Grandmother’s Cookery Book”.

• 8oz Plain Flour
• 1-2oz Butter or Margarine
• 1 cup of Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon Bicarbonate of Soda
• 1 teaspoon Cream of Tartar
• Pinch of Salt

1. Sift the flour and salt into a bowl and rub in the fat.
2. Mix together the buttermilk, bicarbonate of soda and cream of tartar.
3. Gradually add the liquid to the dry ingredients and mix with a fork to make a soft dough.
4. Turn onto a floured board and knead the dough lightly until smooth.
5. Shape into a round and place on a greased baking tray.
6. Mark into sections and brush the top with milk.
7. Bake in a moderate oven for 30-40 minutes until well-risen and golden brown.