Hello friends,
Our challenges are getting tougher and tougher, and this week we’ve decided to be daredevils, cross the Alps, and challenge you on an international dish: pancakes.
Once upon a time there was pancake
The recipe for pancakes was born as something very simple: the dough was prepared with flour and water, which were mixed together to form scones.
How many years ago? 500, but B.C.!
In ancient Greece, however, their name was different: “teganites“, in honour of the pan in which they were baked. The most popular mixture was made with oil, flour, honey and cheese.
This ancient version of pancakes was also much loved by Roman emperors. Their chefs called them Alita Dolcia and the base was made with milk, eggs, spices and flour.
Have you noticed something missing? Yeah, no yeast. This ingredient was not yet known, and therefore used, at the time.
But beware: it wasn’t a food for everyone! In fact, the recipe was only served at the tables of nobles during their exclusive banquets.
And the winner is?
We were delighted to receive photos of your creations, and we must admit you were really creative.
But you know, the podium only has three seats.
Best sweet pancake award: Kirsten Cohick
Best chef pose award: @mirnuld
Best “take me to the tropical” pancake award: @godsavethebreakfast
The prize is a discount on any of our experiences with the code: PANCAKE.
You can use it yourself or give it to friends! In this way you will continue to discover with us all the history of every recipe!
Thank you very much to all participants.
Until the next digital cooking challenge!
P.S. If you wish the recipe that we love in Italy, here are the ingredients and the procedure for four people.
Ingredients for four people: 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook
_ 350 ml milk
_ 2 eggs
_ 200 g plain flour
_ 2 tsp baking powder
_ 1 tsp sugar
_ vegetable oil, for frying
_ to serve: maple syrup,optional
Directions
Whisk the milk and eggs in a jug, then set aside. Sieve the flour and the baking powder into a bowl, add a pinch of salt, the sugar and combine. Make a well in the centre and gradually pour in the milk and egg mixture. Beat well.
Brush a non-stick frying pan with a little vegetable oil and place over a medium heat. When the pan is hot, pour half a ladle of batter into the pan to form a pancake that is approximately 10cm (4in) in diameter.
Cook untilbubblesstart to form, then flip the pancake over and cook the other side until golden.
Serve with a drizzle of maple syrup, if you like.
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