1 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. milk
2 tsp. baking powder
1 egg, beaten
1 tsp. melted butter

1. Sift the dry ingredients.

2. Add egg and milk, stir gradually to make smooth batter; add shortening.

3. Heat a griddle or skillet and test temperature by sprinkling with a few drops of water. If water disappears at once, the griddle is too hot. If it flattens out and boils, the griddle is not hot enough. If the drops bounce, the griddle is ready for use.

4. Brush lightly with shortening. Pour batter in uniform amounts from a pitcher, or from tip of a large spoon.