Preheat the oven to 190°C / 375° F / Gas Mark 5.
Sift the flour, soda powder and salt together. Add the milk and egg and mix.
Knead on a floured surface until smooth. Shape into a round and place on a baking tray.
Make a cross shape on top of the cake and place in the oven for 35-40 minutes. 
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