Sift dry ingredients together twice. Mix with wooden spoon. Add egg, shortening, and milk to make a smooth batter. Makes light, thick pancakes.

Mrs. J. Howard Beard

From a book of recipes compiled by members and friends of the Londontown Publik House Assembly, Edgewater, Md 21037. Funds from sale of book used in restoration and maintenance of the 17th century inn (hint, hint).