Singing Hinney

1. 1

   Lightly grease a large thick based frying pan or girdle.

2. 2

   Sift flour, bicarb, cream of tartar and salt into a bowl.

3. 3

   Add lard, cut into small pieces, and rub in with the fingertips until mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.

4. 4

   Add currants and about 6 tablespoons milk, stir with a fork until just mixed to a soft dough.

5. 5

   Place frying pan over a low heat.

6. 6

   Turn out onto a floured board and knead lightly.

7. 7

   Roll out to a circle, 8 inches diameter.

8. 8

   Place in frying pan and cook until golden brown on underside, about 15 minutes.

9. 9

   Turn with a fish-slice, lightly press down edges with the slice and cook on the other side for a further 8 to 10 minutes.

10. 10

    Remove from pan.

11. 11

    Split in half with a sharp knife, spread half with butter, sandwhich together and cut into wedges.

12. 12

    Serve hot.

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