How to make bread

•  Bread:
• 450g (3 cups) self-raising flour
• Pinch of salt
• 80g butter chilled cubed 
• 185ml (3/4 cup) water

Step 1 

Preheat oven to 200 C line a baking tray with non-stick baking paper. Combine the flour and salt in a large bowl. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs 

Step 2

Add the water to the flour mixture and use a round-bladed knife in a cutting motion to mix until the mixture just comes together adding 1-2 tablespoons extra water if the mixture is a little dry. Use your hands hands to bring the mixture together 

Step 3

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for 1-2 minutes or until smooth.Shape into an 18cm disc and place on tray.Use a sharp knife that has been dipped in flour to mark 8 wedges on top. Dust the damper with a little extra flour to and bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the damper is cooked through and sounds hollow when tapped on the base. Transfer to a wire rack for 5 minutes to cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.