Happy Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is that one day where hard-working Mums should get some reprieve from all the things they do for their families. It is an opportunity to show your Mum how much you love and appreciate her. This doesn’t mean having to spend large amounts of money – most Mums will be happy with anything that comes from the heart. A home-made card with a lovely message, breakfast in bed, relieving her of some chores and allowing her the opportunity to indulge in some “me time” will all be greatly appreciated.
Mother’s Day is celebrated on different days around the world. In Costa Rica, Thailand and Samoa it has the added luxury of being a public holiday as well. If your Mum lives overseas – check the date before you call!
Flowers, gifts and cards are how most Mum’s are rewarded around the world. In Mexico celebrations are started the night before Mother’s Day usually with a visit to your Mother and/or Grandmother. Drawing your Mother and entering an Art competition is the way many Japanese children mark the occasion.
Whatever you do to show your Mum that you care about her, why not start the day off on a wonderfully sweet note and make a breakfast tray with these delicious pancakes. Easy for cooks of any level to make and a sure-fire way to make your Mum smile…
Mother’s Day Pancakes
You will need:
Ingredients:
- 1 Egg
- 1 Cup Flour
- 1 Cup Milk
- Pinch of Salt
- 1 Tblsp Baking Powder
- 2 Tblsp Castor Sugar
- Cooking spray
Utensils:
Frying Pan (preferably non-stick), spatula, mixing bowl, hand whisk and a large serving spoon.
Method:
- Combine the egg, flour and milk and then add all the other ingredients. Whisk until smooth.
- Heat frying pan and spray cooking oil to cover the surface. Be careful not to spray the oil over a naked flame if cooking with gas! Use a ladle to spoon out the mixture evenly over base of pan.
- When bubbles appear all over the pancake surface and the sides look a little golden – slide the pancake slightly and then either flip or use a spatula to turn over. Cook for a minute or two more, and then remove to a resting plate and keep warm. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar or maple syrup and serve with fresh berries for an extra treat.
Don’t forget to pick a flower, make your Mum a tea or coffee (just the way she likes it) and – most importantly – tell her how much you love her!
