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Depression Era Staple

A comforting and easy-to-make recipe with just four pantry ingredients, perfect for busy days and satisfying cravings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour The base; use plain flour.
  • 1 cup water Room temperature is fine.
  • 1 cup sugar Granulated; gives sweetness and structure.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease your baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, water, sugar, and salt. Whisk until the batter is smooth and there are no dry pockets of flour.
  3. Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even layer.
Baking
  1. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
  2. Let it cool before slicing or serving to help it set up and slice cleanly.

Notes

For variations, you can add spices or fruits to the batter. This recipe can be served as a dessert or a side dish.