Shrove Tuesday is traditionally a day for family fun - a last 'fling' before the long fast of Lent. Nowadays, it is best remembered for the chance to make some delicious pancakes, and provides a wonderful opportunity for the family to get busy in the kitchen - making lots of mess but having lots of fun at the same time!
Below is the recipe for the traditional pancake mix and some delicious filling ideas:
| Pancake mix |
The essential pancake mix to get you started.
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Once you’ve made your pancake mix, here are a few ideas for what to put in your pancake:
| Crepes Suzette | A zesty and utterly delicious sweet treat. |
| Double chocolate |
If you love chocolate then why not give yourself a double helping by making this wickedly sticky topping?
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| Creamy spinach | The beauty of pancakes is that they taste just as good with a savoury topping. |
| Ham and mushroom, with a cheese sauce | This elegant alternative is simple yet very very tasty |
We also have some other delicious winter warming recipes for you to try. Enjoy!
| Chicken liver pate | Great as a starter served with toast |
| Bacon and parsnip soup | A delicious winter warmer |
| Oven baked wild mushroom risotto | A filling dish, great for a cold winter’s evening |
| Chunky beef stew served with mustard mash | A real winter warmer |
| Crusty bread | What could be better than filling your home with the smell of freshly baked bread? |