
A historical bread from Favorite tested recipes of the members of Humboldt Park Chapter O.E.S and their friends (1900). Nice for breakfast.
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Beat two eggs well
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add two cups cooked rice
sift one-half cup flour, one-half teaspoon salt, one tablespoon sugar, one-half teaspoon baking powder together
add alternately with one-half cup milk
fry in hot drippings
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Cooked rice acts as both a textural element and moisture regulator in these griddle cakes. The starch in the rice grains provides structure while creating pockets of chewiness that contrast with the tender crumb from the batter. Beating the eggs well incorporates air, which combines with the baking powder's chemical leavening to create lift. The small amount of flour (just enough to bind) keeps these cakes tender rather than tough, while the sugar promotes browning through caramelization.
The dry ingredients can be sifted together and stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Cook the rice up to 3 days ahead and refrigerate. However, the batter should be mixed and cooked immediately, as the baking powder begins working once it contacts the liquid ingredients.
Store cooled griddle cakes in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes or toast in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side until warmed through and slightly crispy on the outside.
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The dry ingredients can be sifted together and stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Cook the rice up to 3 days ahead and refrigerate. However, the batter should be mixed and cooked immediately, as the baking powder begins working once it contacts the liquid ingredients.
Store cooled griddle cakes in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes or toast in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side until warmed through and slightly crispy on the outside.