HOW TO…….PREPARE pancakes
Pancakes are simply the best. And when I say the best I mean the best. They are one of the best, simplest and fastest pastries I know. They are excellent for the weekend. But just what do you need to prepare this amazing meal.
Ingredient
1. 1 cup all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)
2. 2 tablespoons sugar
3. 2 teaspoons baking powder
4. 1/2 teaspoon salt
5. 1cup milk
6. 2tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, or vegetable oil
7. 1large egg
8. 1tablespoon vegetable oil
9. Assorted toppings, such as butter, maple syrup, confectioners' sugar,
honey, jams, preserves, sweetened whipped cream, or chocolate syrup
Procedures
Step 1
1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees; have a baking sheet or heatproof platter
ready to keep cooked pancakes warm in the oven. In a small bowl, whisk
together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
Step 2
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together milk, butter (or oil), and egg. Add dry
ingredients to milk mixture; whisk until just moistened (do not over mix; a
few small lumps are fine).
Step 3
3. Heat a large skillet (nonstick or cast-iron) or griddle over medium. Fold a
sheet of paper towel in half, and moisten with oil; carefully rub skillet with
oiled paper towel.
Step 4
4. For each pancake, spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of batter onto skillet, using the
back of the spoon to spread batter into a round (you should be able to fit 2
to 3 in a large skillet).
Step 5
5. Cook until surface of pancakes has some bubbles and a few have burst, 1 to
2 minutes. Flip carefully with a thin spatula, and cook until browned on the
underside, 1 to 2 minutes more. Transfer to a baking sheet or platter; cover
loosely with aluminum foil, and keep warm in oven. Continue with more oil
and remaining batter. (You’ll have 12 to 15 pancakes.) Serve warm, with desired toppings.
