French Crêpes

Did you know that once a year France goes pancake mad? Yes, it is a tradition that on 2nd of February (originally a religious holiday) everybody eats crêpes! La Chandeleur is probably the third most popular holiday with kids and adults alike (with a sweet tooth like me), after Christmas and Easter of course. I mean, who doesn’t like pancakes for dinner?!

Ingredients

2 Large Eggs
2 Cups of Flour
2 Cups of Milk
1 Tbsp of Vegetable Oil (or Melted Butter)
1 Pinch of Salt

Optional: for added flavour chose from Vanilla Extract, a squeeze of a lemon or even a shot of rum

Directions

Place the flour in a bowl. Add the eggs, the oil, the salt and a bit of milk. Whisk energetically with a wooden spoon for a lighter batter. Add the rest of the milk gradually until the batter falls from the spoon in a flat, ribbon-like pattern.
Add a flavour of your choice.
Let it sit at room temperature for an hour (if the batter thickens add a little water or milk).
Thinly coat a non-stick pan with oil and put over medium-high heat. Pour a thin layer of batter. Turn over once the sides get golden and starts to lift. Cook until lightly golden.
Eat hot or cold with the topping of your choice.

Topping ideas: icing sugar, hazelnut spread, jam, whipped cream, fresh fruits…