Crumpets

Directions

1. 1
   Mix yeast with the sugar.
2. 2
   Add water and let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
3. 3
   Stir in the milk, egg and 1 tablespoon of the butter.
4. 4
   Add flour and salt.
5. 5
   Mix until well blended, cover with damp towel and let stand in warm place until doubled (about 45 minutes).
6. 6
   Brush the insides of 4 three-inch flan rings (or tuna fish cans with both ends removed) and the bottom of a heavy frying pan with melted butter.
7. 7
   Over low heat, heat the rings in the pan and then place about 2 tablespoons of batter into each.
8. 8
   Cook for 7 minutes, or until holes appear and the tops are dry.
9. 9
   Then remove the rings and turn the crumpets to brown them lightly on the other side (about 2 minutes).
10. 10
    Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
11. 11
    Crumpets are best served warm, but can be cooled on a wire rack and toasted just before serving.
12. 12
    Yield 6 crumpets.