Durham Pikelets

• 8oz plain flour
• 1½oz sugar
• pinch of salt</

Mix the flour, sugar and salt. Make a well in the centre and pour in enough milk to make a batter with the consistency of thick cream. Dissolve the bicarbonate of soda in a little water and add to the batter. Beat well and fry on a griddle or in a frying pan with lard until golden brown on both sides. Spread with butter and serve hot.