Community Magazine November 2019

86 COMMUNITY MAGAZINE MOST FAVORITE TOPPING Maple syrup is the favorite pancake topping in the United States. It is also interesting to note that maple syrupwas originally a sweet drink that was discovered by the Algonquin Indians. Kids – See if you have what it takes to become a Junior Chef! Adult Supervision Required KIDS COOKING with Chef Shiri UTENSILS NEEDED: Resealable sandwich bag Mixing bowls Spatula Whisk Large spoon Kitchen scissors Measuring cups and spoons Large skillet or griddle Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour 3 teaspoons baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt 1 ⅓ cups milk 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons applesauce 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus extra for greasing the skillet Rainbow sprinkles Syrup Let’s Get Started! 1 In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. 2 In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, applesauce, and vegetable oil until well blended. 3 Add milk mixture to the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix with a spoon until combined. Batter should be slightly lumpy. 4 Pour half of the batter into a sandwich-size resealable bag and seal bag tightly closed. 5 Coat the skillet generously with vegetable oil. Heat the skillet on medium-high until hot. 6 Using kitchen scissors, cut about ¼ inch off the corner of the sandwich bag (while holding it with the corner pointing upward, so the batter doesn’t pour right out), then carefully turn the bag over and squeeze batter gently onto the oiled skillet, forming a ring of batter (shape like a flat donut or bagel). 7 Cook pancake until bubbles begin to form on top, and the bottom is golden, about 3 minutes. Flip pancake and cook until bottom is golden, about an additional 3 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter. 8 Serve pancakes warmwith syrup. Top with sprinkles (optional). Serves 4!