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Pancakes and Flapjacks
Pancakes are thin, flat and often round cakes made from a batter and cooked either on a hot griddle or a frying pan. Most pancakes are quick breads which use a leavening agent such as baking powder. They are usually served with syrup, jam or fruit. In some places, such as Germany, pancakes are made from potatoes. Although associated with the United States, pancakes were actually an Ancient Greek invention, usually served as a quick breakfast for Greek troops.
732 Questions
Where is Washington Pancake Mix sold in New Jersey?
Washington Flour no longer makes a pancake and waffle mix. The have a recipe on their website but it does not have all of the ingredients of the original mix. I called them and they would offer nothing more.
Can a pancake roll down a hill?
A pancake can roll down a hill. The possibility of it is unlikely but it is possible.
What is the seven level scientific classification of the pancake cactus?
The pancake cactus [Opuntia chlorotica] is member of the plant kingdom, Plantae. Specifically, it's a member of the flowering plants division, Magnoliophyta. Among angiosperms, its embryo tends to have two leaves. So it's in the dicotyledon class Magnoliopsida and order Caryophyllales. As a cactus plant, it's a member of the Cactaceae family. It finds itself among the genusOpuntia, because it's one of the prickly pear cactus plants. The specific type within the prickly pear cactus group gives it the species name of chlorotica.
Where do potatoes pancakes come from?
POTATOES SILLY! They live in many countries and have spread around the world as they breed easily.
How are air bubbles formed in pancakes?
air bubbles in pancakes are formed because the carbon dioxide is less dense then the pancake batter.
How much is 40 grams of pancake mix?
40 grams of pancake mix is enough to make about 1 to 1.5 pancakes. It is equal to about 1.5 dry ounces.
Yeasted Maple Walnut Pancakes?
Ingredients
- 1 Env active dry yeast
- 1 c Warm water
- 1 c Warm milk
- 3 c Flour
- 1/2 ts Salt
- 1/4 c Pure maple syrup
- 1/2 ts Baking soda
- 1/4 c Hot water
- 2 tb Melted butter
- 1 1/4 c Finely chopped walnuts
The night before serving, dissolve yeast in 1 cup warm water. Add warm milk, flour and salt. Mix into a smooth batter. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and rest at room temperature overnight. Just before cooking, mix in maple syrup, baking soda dissolve in hot water, and melted butter. Stir in walnuts. Heat 2 teaspoons butter in a skillet or on a griddle until it foams. Scoop 1/4 cup batter onto hot surface for each pancake. Cook over moderate heat until the pancake is covered with bubbles. Flip and cook another minute or two, until pancake feels spring. Keep warm while preparing the rest of the pancakes, greasing the pan with more butter for every batch. Serve with syrup, fruit and honey or flavoured butter. Makes 12 pancakes.
What ingredients do you need for making flapjacks?
Flour, butter, eggs, milk (buttermilk is nice), baking powder, salt
Where was the first pancake made?
It is known that the first pancakes were made and eaten by ancient people. Pancakes eaten by ancient people didn't look exactly like the pancakes we know today. Ancient pancakes were called 'Alita Dolcia' what in Latin means 'another sweet' and were simple, fried concoctions of eggs, flour , milk and spices. The finished product had many varieties. It could be fritters, pancakes, custard or omlettes. Everything depended on proportion of ingredients and method of cooking. Some of the dishes prepared, where sweet with addition of fruits, honey or nuts whereas the other were savory, served with meat, cheese, vegetables or fish. Ancient recipes are also believed to be relatives of cakes, muffins, waffles and doughnuts.
Pancakes were invented in Medieval England.
Was there really a plane in World War 2 nicknamed the Flying Pancake?
The VOUGHT V-173 was an experimental aircraft. There were test flights during World War 2, but there were never any production models built and it had no part in the war. For a picture (of a model) go to the related link. It was designated F5U and also known as the Flying Flapjack. It was constructed of plywood.
Which is healthier McDonalds chicken nuggets or pancakes?
Neither item, chicken nuggets or pancakes, is healthier than the other. Both provide food value and should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
What does IHop sell on their menu?
IHOP sell all the breakfast dishes like typical English breakfast, with eggs and becon. They sell some other things to eat like special pancakes with different flavours.
How much water do you use to make pancakes?
Depends what recipe, but usually no water is used. milk is used for liquid.
What is name of a type of pancake made with eggs?
Generally, the word "pancake" refers to a batter made from flour, eggs and milk. (However it can refer to a disk of fried grated vegetables). So all pancakes have eggs in them. The is a variety called "crepes" which have a higher proportion of eggs in the batter compared to the standard pancakes.
It shouldn't. The biggest factor affecting the texture/quality would be how much mixing you do. Stir only as much as needed to incorporate all ingredients into a smooth, lump-free batter.
Can you make pancakes without eggs?
I'm sure you could, but it wouldn't turn out right. If you prefer not to use eggs, they have pre-made pancake mix at the grocery store so that you only have to add water.
