Singing Hinney

Directions

1. 1
   Lightly grease a large thick based frying pan or girdle.
2. 2
   Sift flour, bicarb, cream of tartar and salt into a bowl.
3. 3
   Add lard, cut into small pieces, and rub in with the fingertips until mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
4. 4
   Add currants and about 6 tablespoons milk, stir with a fork until just mixed to a soft dough.
5. 5
   Place frying pan over a low heat.
6. 6
   Turn out onto a floured board and knead lightly.
7. 7
   Roll out to a circle, 8 inches diameter.
8. 8
   Place in frying pan and cook until golden brown on underside, about 15 minutes.
9. 9
   Turn with a fish-slice, lightly press down edges with the slice and cook on the other side for a further 8 to 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Remove from pan.
11. 11
    Split in half with a sharp knife, spread half with butter, sandwhich together and cut into wedges.
12. 12
    Serve hot.