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Scottish Oatcakes

Ingredients:
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. regular oats or quick-cooking oats
1 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
2-3 Tbsp. cold water
Method:
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Cut shortening into oats, flour, baking soda, and salt until mixture resemble
s fine crumbs.
3. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until mixture forms a stiff dough.
4. Roll until 1/8″ thick on lightly floured surface. Cut into 2-1/2″ rounds.
5. Place on ungreased baking sheet.
6. Bake until oatcakes start to brown, about 15-20 minutes until golden. (Keep a
n eye on them as they go from golden to burnt in the blink of an eye!).
makes 16-18 oatcakes
Serve plain or with honey, butter, jam or cheese at breakfast or as a snack. The
y can also be topped with meat or smoked fish.

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