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Is there a quick and easy method to make pancakes?

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Bearing in mind that I don't have any scales or electrical gadgets and have no idea how to estimate anything.
Not had pancakes in ages and really fancy some for some reason. The last time I had them they were shop bought.
I'd be happy if I managed to make something edible but knowing my luck. Only want to make 2 or 3.

Thanks in advance for any help.
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  • squeaky
    squeaky Posts: 14,129 Forumite
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    Two level tablespoons of milk, two of water, add an egg and whizz them together. Then add two level tablespoons of PLAIN flour and mix to a smooth consistency. Leave it to rest for a while before cooking :)
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  • ti1980
    ti1980 Posts: 1,528 Forumite
    Is there a best way to 'whizz' without using anything electrical? Will using a fork do?
  • squeaky
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    That'd be hard work, but yes it will. Don't you have any sort of hand whisk at all? The simplest ones of all are very cheap. Under a quid :)
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  • ti1980
    ti1980 Posts: 1,528 Forumite
    I think one of my flatmates has, I'll have a look when I can make it down the stairs (have a bad back atm). Thanks for that.
  • squeaky
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    You're welcome :)
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  • squeaky
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    An older thread on batter that's worth a read :)

    http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=67481
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  • ti1980 wrote:
    Is there a best way to 'whizz' without using anything electrical? Will using a fork do?

    Try putting the mixture in a container with a lid and shake it vigorously :)
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  • thriftlady_2
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    Bear in mind that the first pancake is always a disaster,it'll taste ok but look terrible.Don't be put off. ;)
  • squeaky
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    Oh, and I forgot to say that if your mixture makes more pancakes than you need at the time - the extras will freeze just fine and save for another day. :)
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  • ti1980
    ti1980 Posts: 1,528 Forumite
    Thanks for that, its great to know that the mixture will freeze.

    Haven't got round to making any today as my back hurts too much so I can't get down the stairs and wouldn't be able to stand at the cooker or do any mixing.

    As soon as I can though, I will def make them as pancakes are yummy.
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