Pancake Day

Tomorrow is Shrove Tuesday. The children will be whisking away the flour and eggs to make their own pancakes ready to be served for snack time. Children will be encouraged to sample the pancakes and decide whether they like them or not.

Why not have a try and share your favourite pancakes with us. Please send your photos to a.halstead@stmarysblackburn.ac.uk

Ingredients

150g (5oz) plain flour

2 medium eggs

300ml (1/2pt) semi skimmed milk

1 1/2 tbsp olive oil

Sift the flour into a large bowl and make a well in the centre. Crack the eggs into the well and whisk, drawing in the flour from the sides of the bowl. Gradually add the milk and continue whisking, until you have a smooth batter. Leave to stand for 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, line a baking tray with nonstick baking paper. Preheat the oven to gas 1/4, 110°C, 90°C fan.

Brush a 20cm (8in) frying pan with a little oil and warm on the hob, over medium heat. Add a tbsp of the batter to the pan, tipping gently until it coats the base in a thin layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until golden, then carefully flip the pancake over and cook the underside for 1 minute more.

Transfer to the prepared baking tray and keep warm in the oven. Repeat to make 12 pancakes, adding a little more oil to the pan before each addition.