Papaw’s Homemade Pancakes from My Home to Yours

There's nothing quite like the warm, fluffy goodness of homemade pancakes. Here's a simple recipe to bring a little heartiness to your morning, whether you're cooking for yourself or sharing it with loved ones.

Ingredients:

• 5 heaping tbsp self-rising flour

• 1 farm-fresh egg

• buttermilk

• homemade vanilla bean extract

• pinch of organic butter

• Optional toppings: maple syrup, fresh berries, sliced bananas, or whipped cream

Instructions:

1. Combine all of your ingredients in your favorite large bowl.

2. Whisk ingredients until you reach your desired constancy (see notes below).

3. Turn your stove top on low heat.

4. Use a pinch of butter to melt in your best stainless steel pan. (1-2 minutes)

5. Once your butter has melted, gently pour the batter into your heated pan. At this point, you can add any topping you prefer.

6. Soon your batter will bubble up, allow the bubbles to POP before flipping the pancake to ensure that it is cooked all the way through. This should take about 4-7 minutes per pancake depending on the constancy of your batter.

7. Once all of your homemade pancakes are finished cooking, stack them high! Drizzle them in your favorite maple syrup and gather everyone around to enjoy!

These pancakes are not only easy to make but also a wonderful way to start your day. Share them with family or friends, or enjoy them just for you. Either way, every bite is a warm hug from home!

Notes:

If you like your pancakes a little thinner, pour in a touch more buttermilk. If you’re after something thick and hearty, ease up just a bit. Working with what you’ve got? Water will do just fine — simple & steady. And when it comes to vanilla, feel free to stir in a spoonful of homemade vanilla bean extract, or pick up a jar of paste from your local market. However you make them, may your kitchen smell like comfort — and your table feel like home.