ENGLISH MUFFINS

INGREDIENTS

• 4 cups flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 10g instant yeast
• 150ml water, warm
• 200ml full cream milk, warm
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 2 teaspoons maize meal

METHOD

1. In a bowl, mix flour and sugar together. Set aside.
2. In a jug, mix water, milk, 2 tablespoons butter and instant yeast. Gradually pour liquid ingredients into to the dry ingredients, while mixing.
3. Dough should be a little firm, but sticky. Cover with cling wrap and follow with a clean, dry cloth. Allow to rise, for 20-30 minutes.
4. On a clean, dry surface sprinkle some flour and rub some butter on your hands, so that the dough does not stick. Place dough onto the surface and cut into 6 equal parts.
5. Roll each part into balls, using your hands.
6. Place a pan onto the stove, setting it on medium heat. Grease the pan with the excess butter and sprinkle 1 teaspoon of maize meal into the pan. When the butter has melted in the pan, carefully place 4 parts of the dough in the pan, with space between each one.
7. Cover with the lid and allow to cook for about 5 minutes on each side. Ensure that you occasionally turn the muffins, to prevent burning.
8. Once ready, cook the next batch of muffins.
9. Enjoy with fillings of your choice.

TOP TIP: store in the refrigerator for 2-4 days. Reheat and enjoy.