Crumpets

Procedure

1. Mix the warm water, yeast, flour, salt, and sugar to form a soft dough or batter. Ferment 1½ hours at room temperature.
2. Dissolve the baking soda in the second quantity of water. Mix into the flour mixture until smooth.
3. Lightly grease crumpet rings or any round cutters. Place on a moderately hot griddle. Using a ladle or dropping fu