Nova Scotia Oatcakes

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Title: Nova Scotia Oatcakes
Categories: Canadian, Breads
Yield: 1 servings

3 c Rolled oats; not instant 2 ts -Salt
3 c Flour, all purpose;sifted 1 1/2 c Shortening
1 c Brown sugar 2/3 c -Cold water, up to 3/4 cup
1 ts Baking soda

Combine oats, flour, sugar, soda and salt. Cut in the shortening with a
pastry blender or 2 knives until the mixture is crumbly. Using a fork,
gradually add enough water for moisture to form a ball. Roll out 1/4" thick
on a lightly floured board. Cut into circles and place on greased baking
sheet. Bake at 350F for 15 minutes. Yield about 4 dozen, depending on spoon
size.

SOURCE: _Classic Canadian Cooking_ by Elizabeth Baird

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