Letter: An old, cold custom in pancake-making
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Your support makes all the difference.Sir: Reading Sophie Grigson's recipes (Food & Drink, 20 February), I was disappointed to find no mention of an ingredient that my mother would have regarded as important when making pancakes for her family 60-odd years ago. It always seemed to be in season on Shrove Tuesday in those days, although I haven't seen much of it about lately.
What was it? Snow. Mother included a spoonful in the batter whenever possible. My wife has similar memories. Perhaps someone can tell us more about this old custom.
Yours faithfully,
W. GEOFFREY HEATH
Stockport, Cheshire
22 February
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