Grab your aprons and spatulas we’re making PANCAKES. #PancakeDay 🥞

First, choose your bowl. Ours is from 1865, but you can use a newer one if you prefer

http://www.nms.ac.uk/explore-our-collections/collection-search-results/bowl/232614
We’re using barley flour today, but self-raising will do

http://www.nms.ac.uk/explore-our-collections/collection-search-results/tsam-kuk-bag-barley-flour/317980
Indulge your sweet tooth with a smattering of caster sugar

http://www.nms.ac.uk/explore-our-collections/collection-search-results/caster-sugar/370058
Sprinkle in a pinch of salt

http://www.nms.ac.uk/explore-our-collections/collection-search-results/halite/623185
Add a splash of milk - ideally from a 19th century French jug to add a little je ne sais quoi

http://www.nms.ac.uk/explore-our-collections/collection-search-results/milk-jug-cover/347061
Be sure to leave yourself plenty of time if using crow goblin eggs as they can be rather tricky to crack - but they will reward you with an exquisitely golden yolk

http://www.nms.ac.uk/explore-our-collections/collection-search-results/netsuke/311112
Coat your pan in oil or butter and bring to a high temperature

http://www.nms.ac.uk/explore-our-collections/collection-search-results/sign-product/413341
Pour in a little batter and flip over once you see bubbles throughout.

Don’t worry if your first pancake doesn’t work out

http://www.nms.ac.uk/explore-our-collections/collection-search-results/coal/177731
Voila! Serve with your choice of topping and enjoy 😋

http://www.nms.ac.uk/explore-our-collections/collection-search-results/squeezer-lemon-cover/376937
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