Flipping Delicious: Celebrate Pancake Day with Anne’s Famous Farmhouse Pancakes!
Pancake Day is here, and what better way to celebrate than with a traditional farm recipe passed down through generations? Straight from the heart of the countryside, Anne’s Famous Pancakes have been a staple for hungry farmhands and visitors alike. Whether you’re flipping them on a farmhouse griddle or your kitchen stove, these pancakes promise fluffy perfection and a taste of tradition.
The Recipe
Ingredients:
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8 oz plain flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 level teaspoon salt
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3 tablespoons caster sugar
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2 eggs
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1 cup milk
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Lard, for greasing
Method:
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Heat your griddle on a fast ring at No. 5.
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Prepare a wire cooling tray and place a thin dish towel over it.
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Sift the dry ingredients into a large bowl.
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Make a well in the centre, crack in the eggs, and pour in the milk.
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Stir with a dessert spoon, then beat well until the mixture is thick and creamy.
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Lightly grease the griddle with lard, wiping it clean with kitchen roll as needed.
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Place 4 dessert spoons separately of pancake mixture onto the griddle.
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Cook for 1 minute, then turn with a spatula and cook the second side for another minute.
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Remove and place between the dish towel on the cooling tray to keep warm.
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Repeat until the mixture is finished, then serve with fresh butter, jam, or syrup!
This Pancake Day, whether you’re visiting a farm or cooking at home, embrace the spirit of simple, delicious food made with love.
Try Anne’s recipe, share it with family and friends, and celebrate the timeless tradition of flipping pancakes.
Happy Pancake Day! 🥞🚜
