Surrey Lardie Cakes

1. 1

   In a bowl, mix the flour and salt and rub in the lard or butter.

2. 2

   Cream yeast with the sugar, then stir in the water.

3. 3

   Make a well in the flour, then, when the yeast is frothy, stir it inches.

4. 4

   Mix well, then turn out onto a floured surface.

5. 5

   Knead, cover and leave in a warm place until the dough has doubled in bulk.

6. 6

   Knead again, roll out into a rectangle 1/4 inch thick.

7. 7

   Mix the sugar and spice.

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   Spread the dough with one third the second amount of fat and sprinkle on one third of sugar mixture.

9. 9

   Fold the dough into three, half turn and press edges together.

10. 10

    Roll again.

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    Repeat process twice more, sprinkling currants over sugar mixture the final time.

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    Roll out and cut into 3-4 inch rounds.

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    Score with a knife and place on a greased baking sheet.

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    Cover and leave to rise in a warm place for about 20 minutes.

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    Set oven to 425F or Mark 7.

16. 16

    Bake for 24 to 30 minutes.

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    When removed from the oven, brush tops with milk while warm to give a sheen.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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