• 200 g/8 oz self-raising flour
• pinch salt

Sift the flour and salt on to a plate and set aside. Cream the butter and sugar together until pale and soft. Lightly mix the egg and vanilla essence, then gradually beat into the creamed mixture a little at a time. Beat in the honey. Add half the sifted flour to the mixture and, using a wooden spoon, work to a soft paste. Add the remaining flour and mix to a soft dough. Cover and chill in the