21 September 2012

GUEST BLOG: Pancake day!

By guest blogger SARAH FANTHORPE


The residents of Hough End and Nell Lane gathered again at Buckthorn House to learn how to create deluxe savoury pancakes. Kim showed us how easy it is to make gluten-free fluffy pancakes using gram flour, which is made of chickpeas. When she explained that the batter consisted of only gram flour and water, I immediately thought of my Grandad's wallpaper paste, but the sumptuous flavours of fresh coriander and chilli flakes created a pancake like I've never tasted before. 

We learnt how to spice up re-fried beans using lime juice and garlic, and added a sprinkling of cheese to create our first mouthwatering pancake. The second filling consisted of rocket and feta cheese (pictured) - a melt-in-your-mouth experience after rolling and reheating.  


As usual, we shared recipes while eating our feast and everyone said they were looking forward to practising their pancake-flipping with their families.

I would like to say a big thankyou to all our regulars. You have been loyal and enthusiastic, and displayed fabulous washing-up skills!

There are more photos from this brilliant session on our Facebook page.

1 comment:

Cracking Good Food said...

Some feedback from our Nell Lane sessions:

'Best session today – pancakes very good. never would have thought to make them myself. Very tasty and very healthy and satisfying. Really enjoyed tonight' - G.

'It’s a wonderful way of getting the community together and having your dinner at the same time' - Marilyn

'I am enjoy coming here to meet new people and have a laugh and learn how to cook' - Catherine

'I enjoyed it very well tonight and I will keep cooking' - Rebecca

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