Shrove Tuesday: a handy pancake recipe

Tomorrow is Shrove or Pancake Tuesday; time to break out the eggs, flour and milk and get beating! Traditionally pancakes were made to use up eggs before the Lenten fast began. Pancakes are a hugely versatile food, and can be an alternative for breakfast, lunch, dinner or eaten simply as a snack.  They can be served with either savory or sweet filling. A basic pancake is a fairly healthy snack, having about 150 Kcals; the problem is the extra tasty bits we add like sugar, butter or cream. Ways to make your pancakes healthier is by using fruit as a topping or serve just with lemon juice.