Buttermilk Pancakes

Active time: 15 min start to finish

Makes 14 3-inch pancakes

1 cup flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 large egg, lightly beaten

1 cup well-shaken buttermilk

vegatable oil for brushing griddle

Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, egg and buttermilk until smooth.

Heat a griddle or a large heavy skillet over moderate heat until hot enough to make drops of water scatter over its surface, then brush with oil. Working in batches and using a 1/4 cup measure filled halfway, pour batter onto griddle and cook, turning over once, until golden, about 2 minutes per batch. Transfer to a heatproof plate and keep warm, covered, in oven.