Sunday, January 27, 2013

CAPE BRETON OATCAKES


CAPE BRETON OATCAKES

3 cups rolled oats
3 cups all purpose flour (I use whole wheat)
1 cup granulated sugar (I use brown sugar)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups butter
1/4 cup cold water
Optional: your choice of dried herbs for a savory touch. I like to add lavender and/or thyme.

Combine dry ingredients. Work in butter with fingers; stir in water. Dough should be crumbly and just barely hold together. Place it on a greased 18x12 inch jelly roll pan or baking sheet (I use a baking sheet). 

Spread evenly over pan and into corners. Use a rolling pin to make it flat, smooth and firm. With a greased knife, cut into two-inch squares. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until light brown. Let cool. Squares should snap apart easily along cut lines.

Makes 60 squares.

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