Pumpkin Damper

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Sift flour and baking powder into a large bowl.
3. 3
   Make a well in the center and stir in the pumpkin and thyme.
4. 4
   In a different bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. Stir into the flour mixture with a flat bladed knife until a soft dough forms.
5. 5
   Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth. Shape into a large ball and flatten slightly.
6. 6
   Place onto a non stick, or oiled and floured cookie sheet and use a sharp knife to cut the damper into 8 equal portions but do not separate the pieces
7. 7
   Brush the damper with water and sprinkle with sunflower seeds.
8. 8
   Bake for 40 mins or until cooked. It will sound hollow when tapped.
9. 9
   Allow to cool slightly before cutting.