Pancakes are very popular around our house. Over the years we've made hundreds of batches on weekend mornings, sometimes accompanied by bacon or fruit, sometimes on their own. My recipe is based on the Joy of Cooking, and never fails. Every year for my birthday my sister gives me a gallon sized ziploc bag of the best Maine blueberries, frozen. They are tiny and perfect and bear no resemblance to the big and somewhat tasteless blueberries you find at the grocery store. I ration them throughout the year, only using them in recipes where they'll be fully appreciated. These pancakes fit the bill. Pancakes This recipe makes twelve, so I always halve it for two people. I've heard they freeze and reheat well, but we never have leftovers. 1 1/2 cups flour 3 Tablespoons sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups milk 3 Tablespoons butter, melted 2 eggs 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup fruit (optional) Preh...
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