Oatcakes

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
• 1 cup dry oatmeal
• 1/4 cup salt
• 1 fl oz cold water
• 1/2 tsp baking soda

Directions

1. Pre-heat oven to 375 °F (180 °C).
2. Combine dry ingredients (oats, salt, baking soda and flour).
3. Cut shortening into dry ingredients.
4. Add water a tablespoon at a time to form a stiff dough.
5. Roll dough onto floured surface until about 1/8" thick and cut into rounds, approximately 2 1/2".
6. Bake on ungreased baking sheet until cakes are golden, about 15-20 minutes.
7. Serve with preserves, butter, honey, cheese or any topping you like!