Derbyshire Oatcakes

Directions

Mix oatmeal, flour and salt in a warm bowl.

Cream yeast with sugar and add ½ pint of the warm water.

Pour the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients and add the rest of the water, mixing slowly until a thin batter is formed.

Set aside in a warm place until well risen, about 30 mins.

Grease a large frying pan heat.

Pour cupfuls of the batter onto the pan and cook like thick pancakes for 4 to 5 minutes on each side.

Serve warmed up in a frying pan with bacon and eggs or with lemon juice and sugar, or toasted with cheese or golden syrup.

To make a small quantity mix the flour, oatmeal and salt with the water to form a thin batter, and add the baking powder just before cooking.

The oatcakes will keep for 2 to 3 days, or for 3 months if frozen.